Environmental Services Technician - Paid Internship

Environmental Services Technician - Paid Internship

Do you have a passion for the environment and sustainability? Do you want real-world experience in organics recycling, sustainability and environmental stewardship? Join us for a high-impact paid internship at Compost Crew, the largest organics recycling company in the DC/Maryland/Virginia region.

No prior composting experience is required. We're looking for individuals who are eager to learn, contribute and grow. This is a great opportunity for students, career changers and those who want to enrich their lives and communities.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Valuable field experience – not just desk work
• Education/training by industry professionals
• Practical and technical skills for your career
• Respectful and supportive team
• Training in use of specialized equipment and tools
• Safe work environment
• Opportunity to receive Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Certificate for driving commercial vehicles
• Opportunity to become a MD State Certified Composting Operator
• Consideration for internship extension and continued employment
• $20/hr and mileage reimbursement

Who You Are

• Committed to sustainability and waste reduction
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Dependable and accountable, with strong work ethic
• Curious and open to new challenges
• Safety-oriented
• Solves problems and searches for improvements
• Able to perform varied physical tasks, including lifting up to 60 pounds
• Willing to work with food scraps
• Has reliable access to personal vehicle for travel to work sites
• Available for two to six months
• At least 18 years old
• Has U.S. employment authorization
• Enjoys being outside in all weather

What You'll Do

• Process organic materials and compost feedstocks at our on farm compost facilities
• Support compost production
• Remove contamination from incoming materials
• Assist with equipment inspections and maintenance
• Assist in data collection and field observation
• Follow safety and environmental procedures
• Clean and organize site

Schedule

At least 4 hours per morning, Tuesday - Friday

Start time between 6 am and 8 am

End time between 11 am and 12 pm

Afternoon work hours available but not required

Grow Your Career at Compost Crew

Join us at Compost Crew, a locally owned fast-growing organics recycling company based in Maryland. We inspire people to make food waste recycling part of everyday life through easy, reliable, and rewarding solutions. We're rescuing over 30 million pounds of unwanted food scraps from the landfill per year, helping to retain valuable nutrients by converting the food scraps into a rich soil amendment - compost. Compost Crew is the largest organic recycling company in our region, serving over 20,000 homes, businesses, communities and governments throughout Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. We're innovative leaders in the elimination of food waste, revitalization of our soil and sustainability. At Compost Crew, you'll enjoy a friendly work environment where you'll be treated with appreciation and respect. You'll make a real difference in the well-being of our community and environment as you help create a world where every scrap of food is rescued or recycled.

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