NWS Environmental Intern - Summer 2027
Date: Oct 21, 2026
Location: Los Angeles, CA, US, 90058
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: Nucor Warehouse Systems
Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
Paid Internship:
$26.50 - rising sophmores
$27.00 - rising juniors
$27.50 - rising seniors
Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.
Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.
Basic Job Functions:
The Environmental Intern will support the Environmental Coordinator in maintaining and improving the Nucor Warehouse Systems Environmental Program. This role will assist with environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, and plant-wide environmental projects while gaining hands-on experience with environmental regulations and industrial best practices.
Responsibilities will include assisting with environmental inspections, audits, training, recordkeeping, and permit documentation; helping monitor compliance with air, water, and waste regulations; supporting sustainability initiatives and environmental improvement projects; organizing environmental data and maintaining accurate records; and participating in community outreach and environmental awareness activities.
The intern will work closely with the Environmental Coordinator and Nucor team members to support continuous improvement, promote environmentally responsible practices, and help ensure compliance with applicable environmental requirements.
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a college or university program in Environmental Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
- Must be work onsite in Vernon, CA for the internship duration.
- Must be able to successfully meet the company’s pre-employment drug screening requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual - English and Spanish speaking, preferred.
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace
Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles