Intern: Environment & Sustainability (Spring 2026)
Dublin, VA, US, 24084
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
Position Summary
The Environmental Sustainability Intern will support site-level sustainability and environmental compliance initiatives focused on water conservation, waste reduction, energy efficiency, and document management. This role provides hands-on experience with industrial environmental programs and offers the opportunity to lead targeted improvement projects that advance our sustainability goals.
Key Responsibilities
Water Conservation
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Conduct water walks to inspect facilities for leaks, losses, and high-risk use points.
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Document findings and assist in prioritizing corrective actions to reduce water waste.
Waste Reduction & Recycling
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Perform waste and recycling audits (“waste walks”) to evaluate current practices and identify opportunities for improvement.
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Support the landfill-free initiative by improving lineside recycling systems and labeling for ease of use and compliance.
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Track waste diversion metrics and assist in updating recycling and landfill-free reporting.
Energy & Heat Efficiency
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Lead a heat loss study to identify energy inefficiencies in production or utility systems.
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Develop recommendations for heat asset insulation improvements and assist with implementation tracking.
Document Management
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Review existing environmental records to determine which files are legally required to maintain in physical form.
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Create a comprehensive log of legally retained documents.
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Collaborate with Iron Mountain or other service providers to digitally archive non-required files, supporting the site’s transition to a paper-light system.
Who are you?
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:
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Currently enrolled and pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
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Applicants must have completed 30 semester hours before the internship starts and have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75.
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Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
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Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
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Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
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Interest in hands-on environmental and industrial process improvement work.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits.
By the end of the internship, the student will:
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Gain practical experience conducting environmental audits and assessments.
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Understand industrial waste and water management systems.
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Develop skills in energy efficiency analysis and insulation performance.
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Learn document retention and compliance procedures for environmental records.
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Contribute directly to the organization’s sustainability and landfill-free goals.
Ready for the next move?
At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For all intern and co-op positions, the hourly range is set at $16.00 - $46.00.The hourly rate for these roles is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, academic classification, and degree seeking area of study. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
We also offer the following benefits to interns and co-ops:
• Housing assistance
• Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across our global organization
• Training and personal development
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?
Nearest Major Market: Blacksburg
Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia