Environmental & Sustainability - Co-Op (Spring 2025)

At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Available Shift

• 1st shift: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm CST, Monday - Friday (Onsite)
• Full-Time Spring 2025 Co-Op Opportunity

Competitive Weekly Pay Period

Join Our Team as an Environmental & Sustainability Co-Op!

Are you passionate about sustainability? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate our Sustainability & Environmental function. As a Environmental & Sustainability Co-Op, you'll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team.

Join our Global Health, Safety, Environmental, and Sustainability (HSE&S) team! As part of the environmental compliance and sustainability (E&S) crew, you'll help us achieve our sustainability goals by analyzing data, conducting research, and creating insightful reports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Management: Upload and enter utilities data for all S&C locations; assist with compliance related data collection, tracking, and reporting; collect and analyze waste management data, creating monthly performance dashboards.
• Research & Benchmarking: Hunt for grants and incentives for renewable energy investments while evaluating different renewable energy sources, and their pros and cons; update and compare sustainability data with industry standards; analyze how companies report on UN Sustainable Development Goals; research and summarize zero waste to landfill programs and circular economy practices.
• Field Work & Event Support: Assist with soil sampling and pollinator audits in our native garden; support onsite audits to collect data for environmental compliance while networking with folks in production operations; help organize Sustainability Week events, including recycling and waste collection.

What you'll Need To Succeed:

Job Requirements ( To select this job at a minimum you must have the following):

• Must be in good standing as a student at the Bachelor's degree level at an accredited university majoring in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Chemistry, or related field and returning to school full-time at the end of the internship.
• Comfortable commuting and working onsite at S&C HQ in Rogers Park, Chicago, IL.
• Ability to work Full-Time in Spring 2025 for a minimum of 6 months.
• Minimum Technical Skills:
  
  
  
  • Data Management: Proficiency in data entry, data collection, and data analysis
  • Environmental Compliance: Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance requirements
  • Research Skills: Ability to conduct thorough research and benchmarking
  • Software Proficiency: Familiarity with data management and analysis tools (e.g., Excel, PowerBI, etc.)
  
  
• Minimum Soft Skills:
  
  
  
  • Attention to Detail: Precision in data handling and reporting
  • Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Communication: Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Team Collaboration: Ability to work well in a team and network with different departments
  • Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills
  
  

Preferred:

• Prior environmental and sustainability internship/co-op experience a plus
• Skills in organizing and supporting events
• Hands-on experience with environmental fieldwork (e.g., soil sampling, water sampling, waste sampling, audits, etc.)
• Familiarity with 99% landfill free, circular economy principles, and similar programs

Ready to make an impact and become an employee-owner? Apply now to join our inclusive and innovative team! Explore open positions.

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com.