Environmental Engineering Intern - Field & Compliance

Steel Dynamics, Inc.; Butler (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Furnished Housing Free of Cost

401(k) & Company Match

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Intern Extravaganza

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Steel Dynamics, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 term at the Butler, IN facility.

You will work in the Engineering Department within a real manufacturing environment, supporting environmental programs and sustainability initiatives while building a strong professional network with operators and corporate leaders. The role emphasizes mentorship, data-driven problem solving, and visible outcomes, offering hands-on experience with EMS, regulatory reporting,

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Chemical, or Civil Engineering (environmental emphasis).
• Clear communication and organized documentation skills to collaborate with operations and support compliance reporting.
• Minimum GPA of 2.7.

Responsibilities

• Support the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System by maintaining procedures, records, and continuous improvement actions across air, water, stormwater, waste, hazardous waste, spill prevention, and radiation programs.
• Assist with environmental permitting by gathering data, drafting submittals, coordinating with consultants, and communicating with regulatory agencies.
• Collect, validate, and analyze environmental data for emissions, water quality, and waste streams, and build tracking tools and reports to demonstrate compliance with permit limits.
• Conduct field inspections of emission points, stormwater controls, waste accumulation areas, and radiation detection portals, document findings, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Prepare or assist with required regulatory reports including emission inventories, Title V reports, SARA and Tier II submissions, deviation logs, discharge monitoring reports, and routine quarterly and annual filings.
• Contribute to sustainability and decarbonization initiatives focused on emissions reduction, waste minimization, water stewardship, and recycling.

Skills

Clear communication

Organized documentation

Data collection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering (environmental emphasis)

Job description

Steel Dynamics, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 term at the Butler, IN facility.

You will work in the Engineering Department within a real manufacturing environment, supporting environmental programs and sustainability initiatives while building a strong professional network with operators and corporate leaders. The role emphasizes mentorship, data-driven problem solving, and visible outcomes, offering hands-on experience with EMS, regulatory reporting,