Environmental Intern (Summer 2022)
Job Summary
This is a Summer 2022 internship with a proposed start in late May/early June 2022.
This position can be domiciled anywhere in the U.S.
The ideal candidate would be entering their junior or senior year and majoring in environmental science, environmental studies, environmental policy or a related field.
This position is within the Environmental Affairs department and will be assisting with projects supporting environmental compliance with local, state, and federal regulations within areas such as stormwater, wastewater, air quality, hazardous waste, and hazardous materials compliance. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with the field operations and several additional departments within the FedEx Ground organization on multiple projects. The selected candidate will work extensively with FedEx Ground’s environmental compliance database system so computer experience with cloud database systems is preferred.
Performs activities related to his/her field of study while obtaining experience working in a corporate environment. Participates in various networking and/or community service events. In some intern/co-op opportunities, the following may apply: Performs various activities related to functional area projects including, but not limited to, researching, evaluating, and testing; planning and executing small projects; and conducting research and testing as a part of larger project teams. Develops processes and programs to support the functional area.
Essential Functions
• Supports and plans work on small projects with direction from management.
• Assists management and other department personnel to support larger projects (e.g., managing project schedule and status reporting).
• May assume the duties normally performed in the department, alongside professionals who perform these roles.
• Works with various departments and/or vendors to gather information needed for various projects. • Presents project results to management and/or department personnel.
• Performs analytical work within the assigned functional area.
• Conducts research using the internet and other sources of information.
• Creates or updates systems or databases for specific department needs.
Minimum Education
• One (1) year of education at an accredited college, university or technical school (must be currently enrolled).
Required Skills, Abilities and / or Licensure
• Software skills, including use of Microsoft Office software and web-based applications.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD software may be required for some positions.
• Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of management.
• Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.
• Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations.
EEO Statement
FedEx Ground is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer (Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans) committed to a diverse workforce