Intern - Environmental

West Virginia Paving Inc.; Dunbar (WV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Retirement savings

Health & wellness

Career growth

Job summary

West Virginia Paving Inc. is seeking an Environmental Intern to assist the environmental department in meeting federal, state, and local regulations.

The role focuses on supporting compliance, permitting, and educational outreach across company sites, with potential field and office duties. The position requires enrollment in a college program with a minimum GPA and a high school diploma; prior related experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college degree program with a 3.0 GPA or better.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in environmental, geology, or mining field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in compliance reviews, inspections, and audits for environmental permits and regulations.
• Help obtain environmental permits for plants, sites and projects.
• Educate employees on environmental policy and compliance.
• Review documentation at sites to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Assist in filing required compliance reporting with agencies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Public interactions

Research skills

Education

College degree program enrolled (GPA 3.0+)

High school diploma or GED

Experience in environmental/geology/mining field (plus)

Job description

Career Opportunities: Intern - Environmental (528820)

Requisition ID528820-Posted09/21/2026-AMAT-West Virginia Paving Inc.-Internship-Environmental, Health, & Safety

Southern West Virginia Paving, Inc., a CRH company, is one of West Virginia’s premier grading and paving contractors in the state. Southern West Virginia Paving, Inc. performs all aspects of roadway construction including grading, paving, stone, concrete and more. Privately owned and operated until joining the CRH family in 2000, Southern West Virginia Paving, Inc. has been servicing residents of West Virginia with the foremost paving services for decades. In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH. CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Position Overview

TheEnvironmental Internwill be responsible for assisting the environmental department in its efforts to ensure the company’s compliance with all Federal, State, and Local environmental regulations, rules, and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Assist in conducting compliance reviews, inspections, and internal audits to ensure adherence with all applicable environmental permits, rules, and regulations.
• Assist in obtaining all environmental permits required for company plants, sites, and projects.
• Inform internal field employees, managers and outside contractors of company environmental policy, best practices and compliance requirements.
• Provide educational events and training to all company employees on environmental issues and responsibilities.
• Assist in reviewing required documentation at all sites, projects, and plants to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Advise field and middle managers on the use of any environmental compliance or reporting tools.
• Assist in filing all compliance reporting required by regulatory agencies.
• Carry out all assigned tasks and projects in a timely manner.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this job.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Ideal candidate must be currently enrolled in a college degree program and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 or better.
• Minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Previous related experience or training in the environmental, geology, or mining field is a plus.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment testing.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to achieving the organization’s goals and objectives.
• High ethical standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to work with suppliers.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively with a focus on timeliness and responsiveness.
• Ability to deal with the public in a pleasant, courteous, and calm manner in all circumstances.
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask effectively.
• Capable of utilizing the internet effectively for research and evaluation.
• Ability to drive change and sell new concepts and approaches through persistence, self-motivation, energy, tenacity, follow-through, and commitment.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Able to use hands and fingers to manipulate objects, talk and hear.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb, crawl, kneel, and bend.
• Must be able to exert 10 lbs. frequently to move objects and/or up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. A variety of noise levels, adverse weather conditions, and complex job sites are to be expected daily. Proper clothing, PPE (personal protective equipment), and safety precautions should be taken to ensure your safety, and the safety of others in all conditions.

While performing non-field duties, the environment is typical of an office setting and the noise level is usually quiet to moderate.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• Aninclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Southern West Virginia Paving, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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