Environmental Compliance Intern

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Dakota Department of Public Safety seeks a part-time, non-benefited student assistant to support environmental compliance activities. Under supervision, you will learn hazardous material handling, inventory tracking, and regulatory documentation while contributing to campus safety programs.

Eligibility is limited to UND students; work is on campus with flexible hours (5–20 hours per week). This position does not sponsor visas and requires successful background screening.

Qualifications

• Coursework or experience in environmental regulations or hazardous materials.
• Current enrollment in undergraduate or graduate program in environmental science or related field.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule during the academic term or summer session.
• Interest in working in higher education or research environment.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with day-to-day environmental compliance activities under staff supervision.
• Observe and support compliance efforts related to EPA and North Dakota DEQ requirements.
• Participate in environmental inspections of laboratories, storage areas, and facilities as a supervised learning experience, assisting with documentation and follow-up actions.
• Learn proper data collection and recordkeeping practices by assisting with environmental permits, manifests, and compliance documentation.
• Support environmental compliance projects by assisting with research, data entry, and report preparation.
• Assist with chemical management activities, including inventory updates and waste determinations, while developing regulatory understanding.
• Observe spill response planning and assist with incident documentation when appropriate.

Skills

Environmental regulations

Hazardous materials handling

Data entry

Documentation

Communication

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

• $12.50-$14.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 5-20hrs hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position. The Department of Public Safety's mission is to provide a safe and effective living, learning, and working environment for the students, faculty, staff, and visitors of the University of North Dakota. The Department seeks to fulfill its mission by adhering to the core values of integrity, courtesy, service, and professionalism.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Learn and assist with day-to-day environmental compliance activities, including hazardous waste handling, chemical inventories, and waste tracking, under staff supervision.
• Observe and support compliance efforts related to federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including EPA and North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality (NDDEQ) requirements.
• Participate in environmental inspections of laboratories, storage areas, and facilities as a supervised learning experience, assisting with documentation and follow-up actions.
• Learn proper data collection and recordkeeping practices by assisting with environmental permits, manifests, and compliance documentation.
• Support environmental compliance projects by assisting with research, data entry, and report preparation.
• Assist with chemical management activities, including inventory updates and waste determinations, while developing regulatory understanding.
• Observe spill response planning and assist with incident documentation when appropriate. Contribute to the development and updating of training materials, guidance documents, and outreach resources.
• Engage with Facilities Management, laboratories, and other campus partners to gain exposure to campus operations and compliance coordination.
• Gain practical experience with environmental compliance programs in a higher education setting.
• Develop an understanding of environmental regulations applicable to universities and research institutions.
• Learn how environmental policies and procedures are implemented across campus operations.
• Build professional skills in communication, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Minimum Requirements

• Coursework or experience related to environmental regulations or hazardous materials.
• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in environmental science, environmental engineering, chemistry, occupational safety, or a related field.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule during the academic term or summer session.
• Interest in working in a higher education or research environment.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in environmental compliance, environmental science, or environmental health and safety.
• Basic understanding of environmental science or regulatory concepts (coursework acceptable).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow procedures, maintain accurate records, and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).