Environmental Intern

Granite Construction • Santa Barbara, CA

1d • $23 - $26

About The Position

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... We hire enthusiastic, hard-working individuals for college internships and entry-level positions. With locations across the country and unique opportunities for hands-on experience, mentorship and networking, there’s never been a better time to join our team. General Summary This position is responsible for assisting the Sustainability Lead in the implementation of the Sustainability Plan and leveraging the value it creates through an effective communication strategy.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or graduate-level program
• 0-2 years related work experience preferred
• Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct daily
• Demonstrated time management skills, along with a high level of proficiency with MS Office Suite and the ability to learn new software quickly
• Strong problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to provide creative solutions to real-time challenges with consistent follow through
• Attention to detail/accuracy, quick learner and internally motivated to seek out answers, generate ideas, and develop new skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively disseminate information and convey concepts, ideas and information
• Ability to set priorities, organize work, and work in high production environment while responding quickly and effectively under pressure, changing priorities and tight timelines/deadlines
• Team player who can operate effectively within a matrix management environment
• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
• Ability and willingness to abide by the Company’s Code of Conduct
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, perform analyses, and deliver reports on findings on sustainability-related topics as assigned to ensure a well-rounded sustainability strategy. Examples include researching sustainability in different infrastructure end-markets, conducting peer benchmarking, and gathering information on support programs and financial incentives for renewable energy transitions.
• Develop plans for the Company’s Sustainability Week, including creative ways to engage employees with the Company’s mission for sustainability.
• Monitor, facilitate and communicate progress of the Company’s sustainability programs and ensure program objectives are consistent with strategies, goals, measurements, and reporting standards.
• Partner with internal and external resources to coordinate the writing, layout, approval and publishing of sustainability reports to support the company branding as and industry sustainability leader.
• Coordinate with the Sustainability Objective Owners and business operations to ensure relevant data is collected, properly documented, and available to support reporting and company communications.
• Monitor renewable resources, sustainable work processes, and environmental science trends to ensure proper sustainability benchmarks are established to support management’s strategies in maintaining the Company’s industry leadership role.
• Provide administration to the Sustainability Council to support as a Center of Excellence by facilitating knowledge sharing and development of best practices.
• Assist with project proposals and expediting owner acceptance and implementation of sustainability initiatives that differentiate the company from its competition.

Benefits

• In addition to building the next generation of builders, Granite invests in its interns by providing them access to a broad benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.
• Interns may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible interns.
• We invest in the future of our interns by providing them with access to Granite’s 401(k) plan where they are eligible for Granite’s 100% employer match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that they defer into their 401(k) plan.
• Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees