Environmental Compliance Intern — University Campus Safety

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

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.