Solid Waste Engineer Intern

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Department: Waste & Recycling

Workplace: on_site

Employment Type: part

Description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented engineering student to join our team as a Solid Waste Engineer Intern for the Fall and Spring semesters. This multi-semester internship offers hands-on experience in solid waste management, environmental compliance, and sustainability initiatives. The intern will support technical projects, data analysis, and field operations under the guidance of experienced engineers.

Duties:

• Assist in the design, evaluation, and optimization of solid waste systems including collection, transfer, recycling, and disposal.
• Conduct field inspections and site assessments of landfills, transfer stations, and recycling facilities.
• Analyze environmental data and prepare technical reports, charts, and presentations.
• Support regulatory compliance efforts including permit applications, reporting, and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on sustainability and waste reduction initiatives.
• Perform GIS mapping and spatial analysis related to waste infrastructure and service areas.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings and contribute to project planning and development.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s program in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Completion of at least sophomore year by the start of the internship.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with GIS, AutoCAD, or data analysis tools is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Interest in environmental sustainability and public infrastructure.

Schedule:

• Part-time: 20–30 hours per week during Fall and Spring semesters.

• Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.