Environmental Compliance Intern

Dominion Energy; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy Virginia (DEV) Operations Support is seeking an Environmental Compliance Intern to assist with environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance across electric generation, transmission, distribution, renewable energy, and other facilities. You will gain hands-on exposure to environmental programs and the regulatory requirements that help Dominion Energy meet its commitments.

The internship includes field visits, collaboration with environmental, operations, engineering,

Qualifications

• Support environmental compliance and operational excellence programs across DEV facilities and projects.
• Assist with environmental audits, self-assessments, inspections, and corrective action tracking.
• Help review environmental permits, compliance plans, and regulatory requirements.
• Collect, organize, and analyze environmental information and compliance data.
• Support development of environmental procedures, guidance documents, training materials, and communication tools.
• Assist with environmental reporting and documentation management.
• Participate in field visits and site assessments to observe environmental compliance activities.
• Collaborate with environmental, operations, engineering, safety, and project teams on environmental initiatives.
• Research emerging environmental regulations and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental audits, self-assessments, inspections, and corrective action tracking.
• Review environmental permits, compliance plans, and regulatory requirements.
• Collect, organize, and analyze environmental information and compliance data.
• Support development of environmental procedures, guidance documents, training materials, and communication tools.
• Assist with environmental reporting and documentation management.
• Participate in field visits and site assessments to observe environmental compliance activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on environmental initiatives.
• Stay informed on emerging regulations and industry best practices.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Audits & inspections

Data analysis

Regulatory requirements

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation management

Education

4-year college student

Spring 2028 graduation or later

GPA 2.5 or higher

Job description

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career.

At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

Job Summary

Environmental Compliance Intern

DEV Operations Support | Dominion Energy

The Environmental Compliance Intern will support Dominion Energy Virginia (DEV) Operations Support in promoting environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance across electric generation, transmission, distribution, renewable energy, and other operations facilities. This position provides hands-on exposure to environmental compliance programs, regulatory requirements, and operational practices that help ensure Dominion Energy meets its environmental commitments and maintains excellence in environmental performance.

Key Responsibilities

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• Support environmental compliance and operational excellence programs across DEV facilities and projects.
• Assist with environmental audits, self-assessments, inspections, and corrective action tracking.
• Help review environmental permits, compliance plans, and regulatory requirements.
• Collect, organize, and analyze environmental information and compliance data.
• Support development of environmental procedures, guidance documents, training materials, and communication tools.
• Assist with environmental reporting and documentation management.
• Participate in field visits and site assessments to observe environmental compliance activities.
• Collaborate with environmental, operations, engineering, safety, and project teams on environmental initiatives.
• Research emerging environmental regulations and industry best practices.

Education Requirements

• Must be a student enrolled at a 4 year college or university majoring in Enviromental Science or a related field.
• Must have an anticipated graduation date in Spring 2028 or later.
• Must have a 2.5 GPA or higher.

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

Hourly Rate

$22.00 - $28.00

What You'll Get

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance. To learn more about our benefits, click here: Dombenefits.com

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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