Environmental Intern

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The Allegheny County Airport Authority’s Environmental Internship position will an opportunity to gain experience in areas of environmental compliance, water systems, and sustainability at Pittsburgh International Airport and Allegheny County Airport.  The intern will receive hands-on experience in environmental compliance by participating in field inspections, reporting, and exposure to various permits and regulations in areas such as stormwater, waste, and air. The intern will also experience development of sustainability programs and initiatives. Lastly, the intern will gain exposure in environmental management of deicing systems and drinking water programs.

Here is how the Environmental Intern will help:     

• Participate in environmental compliance inspections, such as aboveground storage tanks, dams and basins, water system infrastructure, and erosion and sedimentation control construction projects.
• Update and maintain various Environmental Systems field features in GIS.
• Assist and participate in semi-annual and annual National Preparedness for Response Exercise Program spill prevention drills.
• Coordinate and support various field efforts throughout airport property in areas including drinking water, deicing operations, and waste management.
• Supporting drinking water program data management and reporting.
• Collaborate on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) sustainability initiatives and support implementation.
• Participate in Sustainability Committee Meetings and identify potential projects.
• Support waste diversion initiatives and education, compost and recycling programs.
• Assist with Airport Carbon Accreditation program planning and development.
• Data management and analysis.
• Quality review of environmental plans, documents, and reports for data tracking.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Requirements to apply for role of Environmental Intern are:

• Must currently be enrolled in school as a second year (or above) undergraduate from an accredited four-year college or university in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Sustainability, or a related field.
• Must maintain a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or greater.
• Possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid driver’s license. Note: License must be maintained throughout employment.

Don’t meet every requirement?

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. As a Smarter Airport, we recognize that talent is not always related job history and skills come from valuable experiences that aren’t always shown on a resume. If you are excited to make a positive change for our region, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for our organization, whether it be this role or another.

About Allegheny County Airport Authority

Allegheny County Airport Authority, which manages Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Allegheny County Airport (AGC), is committed to transforming Pittsburgh’s airports to reflect and serve the community, inspire the industry, and advance the region’s role as a world leader.

Pittsburgh International Airport serves nearly 10 million passengers annually on 17 carriers and was named by Fast Company magazine as One of the Most Innovative Companies in the World as well as a finalist in its World Changing Ideas awards, both in 2020. PIT’s first-of-its-kind microgrid – which completely powers the airport campus through natural gas and solar energy – has won numerous awards for resiliency and sustainability.

PIT is in the midst of an ambitious terminal modernization that will make the passenger experience more efficient and deliver real opportunity for the region. The $1.4 billion new terminal program will construct a smarter, greener airport, inspired by the best of our region. The updated terminal lands in 2025 and will be the first airport terminal in the U.S. to be built from the ground-up post-pandemic, designed and constructed with the highest public health standards in mind.

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