Intern, Sustainability

Location

US-IN-Indianapolis

ID

2026-1486

Exciting Opportunity to Join Our Legacy of Environmental Leadership!

About Us: At Arcwood Environmental, we are more than just a company; we are pioneers in industrial waste management, committed to creating a cleaner, safer world. Since our inception during the environmental movement of the 1970s, we've been at the forefront of solving complex environmental challenges. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana with a dedicated team of 2,000+ employees spread across the United States, we provide innovative and compliant solutions to thousands of clients in diverse industries.

Why Arcwood?

Impactful Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference. Our comprehensive services range from hazardous waste management and emergency response to onsite support and technical solutions, allow us to solve our customers' waste challenges. We are part of the solution. We don't generate any waste ourselves.
• Growth Opportunities: At Arcwood, your contribution is valued beyond your job title. We believe in the power of continuous learning and growth, encouraging every employee to expand their skills and take on new challenges.
• Safety First: Your health and safety are our top priorities. We foster a culture where every employee is empowered to act safely and ensure the well-being of their colleagues. Our mantra is Safe and Compliant, Always.
• Collaborative Environment: Together we can achieve much more. Join a supportive and dynamic team where your ideas and efforts are recognized and rewarded.

Our Commitment: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace where every employee can thrive. As part of our team, you will have the freedom to contribute your expertise wherever needed, ensuring the success of our mission to protect the environment.

Our Vision: Our vision is to be the most trusted partner in the environmental services industry. We put our customers first and deliver agile, sustainable, and innovative solutions. We commit to nurturing top talent and creating lasting value for our customers, shareholders, communities, and the planet.

Our Ownership: Arcwood Environmental is backed by the EQT Infrastructure VI fund, enhancing our capabilities, and expanding our reach. EQT is a dynamic global investment powerhouse managing EUR 232 billion in assets (EUR 128 billion fee-generating). With a focus on Private Capital and Real Assets, EQT owns and supports leading companies across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas, fostering sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. This exciting ownership positions us for continued impacts and growth in the future.

Intern, Sustainability This internship opportunity with Arcwood Environmental is a 12-week program where you are immersed in your assigned department gaining real hands-on experience.

The Intern, Sustainability at Arcwood Environmental, reporting to the Communications and Sustainability team, will support the development and implementation of key sustainability initiatives across the organization. This role offers experience in data collection, sustainability research, stakeholder support, and cross-functional project coordination. The intern will gain exposure to industry-leading sustainability frameworks, emerging regulations, and real-world environmental strategy within a fast-growing, mission-driven company.

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
• Supports Arcwood's sustainability strategy with research on climate, resource management, circularity, regulatory compliance
• Collaborates with teams across Operations, Finance, Communications/Marketing to gather information for sustainability initiatives
• Supports validation and quality checks of reported data
• Assists in developing simple tools or communications materials that promote sustainability within the organization and with external stakeholders
• Assists in ensuring that long-term sustainability goals become actionable tasks, helping to drive sustainability further into our processes and operation
• Helps gather sustainability data and stories of impact from sites around the country to demonstrate the real difference our team is making at our sites, for our customers and in communities
• Conducts benchmarking research and assists in identifying tools or process improvements
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization

- An enrolled, full-time college student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or related science/engineering field (required)
- Overall GPA > 2.7, with a GPA in major >3.0 (required)

Arcwood offers competitive pay and bonus incentives. Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with 7% company match, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans & Disabilities

A post-offer drug screen and background check will be required.

Position Physical Demands