Environmental Services Technician - Paid Internship (Upper Marlboro)

Compost Crew A Benefit Corporation•Upper Marlboro, MD

63d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Compost Crew, the largest organics recycling company in the DC/Maryland/Virginia region, for a high-impact paid internship focused on organics recycling, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. No prior composting experience is required. This internship is ideal for students, career changers, and individuals passionate about the environment who are eager to learn, contribute, and grow. You will gain valuable field experience, receive education and training from industry professionals, develop practical and technical skills, and work in a respectful and supportive team environment. The role involves training in the use of specialized equipment and tools, ensuring a safe work environment, and offers opportunities to obtain a Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Certificate for driving commercial vehicles and become a MD State Certified Composter Operator. There is also potential for internship extension and continued employment. The pay is $20/hr with mileage reimbursement.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

No prior composting experience is required.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

Valuable field experience
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