Environmental Intern

Ultium Cells LLC • Spring Hill, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Ultium Cells is seeking a dynamic and energetic Environmental Intern for its 2027 Summer Internship Program in Spring Hill, Tennessee. The paid internship lasts 12 weeks, from May 17, 2027, through August 13, 2027. Interns work alongside leaders and mentors on assignments related to their field of study, gaining hands-on experience, networking opportunities, and insight intended to support their future careers. The schedule is 30 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, eight hours per day, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break each day. The listed unpaid holidays are May 25, June 18, and July 5, 2027.

The intern will support environmental compliance and sustainability work at Ultium Cells, a lithium-ion automotive battery cell manufacturing joint venture between LG Energy Solution and General Motors. Employees may be exposed to or work with hazardous materials or hazardous waste. Upon hire, the employee will receive initial environmental training covering RCRA, SWPPP, SPCC, and emergency escalation, with annual refresher training thereafter to fulfill 40 CFR requirements. Additional training will be provided as required.

The position is open to applicants pursuing an undergraduate degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field. Ultium Cells may provide a one-time lump-sum housing stipend for the internship if the intern’s permanent address is more than 50 miles from the work location; availability is limited and not guaranteed. Vehicle discounts through the GM Family First Vehicle Purchase Program and LG product discounts through the LG Partner Appreciation Program are also offered. The employer requires authorization to work in the United States and does not provide visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental compliance activities related to air, water, and waste regulations.
• Support hazardous and non-hazardous waste management processes, including documentation, inspections, and compliance preparation.
• Participate in environmental audits, inspections, and site assessments.
• Help track and analyze environmental performance data, including waste reduction, energy use, water usage, and emissions.
• Assist with stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) activities and inspections.
• Support spill prevention and response planning initiatives.
• Help develop and update environmental procedures, reports, and training materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on sustainability and continuous improvement projects.
• Participate in safety meetings and plant walk-throughs.

Benefits

• Paid internship program.
• A one-time lump-sum housing stipend may be provided if the intern’s permanent address is more than 50 miles from the work location; limited availability and not guaranteed.
• Special discounts on vehicles through the GM Family First Vehicle Purchase Program.
• Special discounts on LG products through the LG Partner Appreciation Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern