Environmental Impacts Placement Student

International Shipbreaking Limited, LLC; Warrington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for students in STEM fields to gain hands-on experience in sustainability and waste management. This role offers a rewarding year in industry, contributing to the commitment of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040. You will work on impactful projects, helping to enhance biodiversity strategies and ensure compliance in waste management. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to creating a sustainable future and making a difference in the world. If you're enthusiastic and proactive, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Cycle to work scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Wellbeing Scheme

Employee Support including Life Assurance

24/7 Colleague Assistance Programme

Financial Wellbeing Support

Online savings options

Qualifications

• Second or third-year student in a STEM subject with a predicted 2:1 or higher.
• UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to enhance biodiversity strategy and develop recycling markets.
• Sampling and interpreting waste streams, ensuring compliance with waste management guidelines.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Research Skills

Data Analysis

Education

STEM Degree (Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science)

Job description

Package Description

• Bonus scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy and sell leave each year
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Wellbeing Scheme through Health Shield, offering unlimited access to GPs, counselling, and cashback on health treatments
• Employee Support including Life Assurance and critical illness pay
• 24/7 Colleague Assistance Programme and Financial Wellbeing Support, including loans, savings, and financial education via Salary Finance
• Online savings options with major retailers, utilities, entertainment, and more

About Our Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for students seeking experience in sustainability, waste management, and the environment during a placement year in a sustainability, engineering, chemistry, or environmental science degree.

The role offers a rewarding year in industry with clear career progression paths. There may be travel to over 65 sites across the UK to support project aims. By contributing to our commitment to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2040, you will help make the world a better place for future generations.

What You Will Be Doing

As part of our Waste & Environmental Impacts Team, you will provide technical support to enhance EMR’s biodiversity strategy, develop recycling markets, and ensure waste management compliance. You will work on projects aligned with EMR’s Net Zero 2040 goals and our leadership in sustainable materials.

Other Duties Will Include

• Sampling and interpreting waste streams
• Waste classification following hazardous waste guidelines (WM3)
• Data collection and analysis related to Environmental & Social Governance: CO2, energy, biodiversity, waste, and water use
• Preparing clear and concise reports
• Managing your own schedule and assisting others when needed

About You

• Second or third-year student in a STEM subject (chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science)
• Predicted 2:1 or higher in final year
• UK driving license
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and research-oriented
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and in teams

Who We Are

“Our purpose is to create a future where materials are not extracted from the planet.”

At EMR, we give new life to unwanted materials, recycling 10 million tonnes of metals and plastics annually, saving 19 million tonnes of carbon, reducing landfill waste, and conserving resources.

We foster an environment of belonging, support, and growth, and are proud to be a Great Place To Work. We value diversity, work-life balance, and career development, encouraging our team members to thrive and make a difference.

If you want to be part of something impactful, join us by clicking the link to apply.

Recruitment Agencies

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) and do not accept speculative CVs. Unsolicited CVs will not be considered.