Environmental Engineering Co-op

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding program

Mentorship

CSR activities

Global work environment

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Wilson, NC is seeking an Environmental Co-op for Spring 2027 to December 2027. You will design solutions to mitigate environmental hazards in the workplace and community while gaining hands-on experience from cross-functional teams.

This role emphasizes compliance training, environmental programs, and preparation of impact reports for new projects. Strong communication, teamwork, and a drive to learn will help you contribute from day one.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Environmental Engineering or applicable major and enrolled the semester prior to start date.
• Sophomore–Senior standing with GPA of at least 3.0.
• Available to work 40 hours weekly in a 6-month co-op.
• Demonstrate strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with employee compliance training and ensure completion of required courses.
• Audit compliance with environmental programs and verify deficiencies are corrected.
• Support designing/administering environmental safety and pollution prevention programs.
• Review environmental documentation and assist with environmental impact reports for new projects.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Initiative

Independent work

Education

Environmental Engineering

Job description

Company OverviewBridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.Business UnitBAMG - WilsonManagement LevelNon-ManagementJob CategoryInterns & Co-OpsPosition Summary**Spring 2027 (January-July) and Summer/Fall 2027 (June-December) positions available**Bridgestone is committed to reducing the impact of our operations to help address global climate issues we are facing today. We are committed to continuously improving our environmental impacts and addressing issues surrounding the environment, such as climate change, depletion of resources, biodiversity loss, and environmental pollution. As an Environmental co-op, you will gain hands-on experience working on meaningful projects, network with teammates across the organization, and learn what it is like to promote safety and sustainability in the industry. You will have the opportunity make a lasting environmental and safety impact while developing lifelong skills and competencies to elevate your future career.This co-op position focuses on designing solutions to mitigate environmental hazards in the workplace and broader community. An environmental co-op applies broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education and must be able to explain facts, policies, and practices related to the job area.ResponsibilitiesEnvironmental co-ops typically:-Work on problems of limited scope and contribute on projects or processes while receiving detailed instructions from higher-level professionalsAssist with employee compliance training and ensuring employee completion of all required courses; auditing compliance with programs & procedures, investigating complaints and verifying that deficiencies are corrected-Support the designing and administering of environmental safety and pollution prevention programs in accordance with organization, regulatory, and labor union requirements/agreement-Review and analyze environmental documentation issued by regulatory agencies to determine financial, industrial, public, and environmental impact-Support environmental engineering studies and preparation of environmental impact reports for new construction projects, plant processes, and permitsYou will also get to:-Apply interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with fellow teammates and achieve common goals-Work in a hands-on environment with cross-functional teams-Utilize project management skills to develop, manage, and control scope, schedule, and cost-Maintain relationships with the community, environmental groups, and other stakeholders impacted by the environmental performance of the organizationMinimum QualificationsWe are looking for students who:-Are highly motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision-Have a people-centric focus with the ability to collaborate with all teammates across the organization-Exhibit strong initiative, work ethic, and levels of enthusiasm-Demonstrate technical aptitude in major of study-Practice excellent communication and presentation skillsTo thrive in this role, you need…-To be pursuing a degree in Environmental Engineering another applicable major and actively enrolled in an accredited university the semester prior to your start date-To be sophomore-senior level standing with a GPA of at least 3.0-To be available to work 40 hours weekly in a 6-month co-op assignment-No other work experience is required. We will teach you everything you need to know!At Bridgestone, you are Free to BeWe believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they feel safe bringing their chosen version of themselves to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.What we offerAt Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.Corporate Social Responsibility activities.A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.An effective and inclusive team.Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider all individuals for employment based on their unique merit and without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Employment EligibilityIf hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.