Environmental Compliance Intern

Description

Job Summary

The environmental compliance intern will support the work of the NiSource Environmental department and cross-functional Health, Safety and Environmental Execution Team, which is responsible for supporting compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations across NiSource. The intern will receive experience in environmental compliance activities, data gathering, management and reporting processes, and will ultimately be involved with both desk-based and hands-on work in the field. The intern will report to the Team Lead, Environmental Compliance – Generation & Renewables and collaborate with the Environmental Compliance Team and other internal business partners. Successful candidate must be capable of working in an outside setting and industrial conditions.

This position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring on-site presence three days per week and remote work two days per week.

This internship requires local travel between all three locations: Valparaiso Central Stores, Michigan City IN, and Wheatfield IN.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

- Assist with implementation of federal, state and local compliance requirements

- Gather information related to regulated equipment and specific projects or programs

- Support the overall Environmental department with regulatory research and interpretation

- Participate in field exercises and project inspections

- Prepare a final capstone project report and present to management

- Overall department support and duties

- Successful candidate will start in summer session

Required Qualifications for Position

- Enrolled in a college or university with a focus in chemistry, environmental science, engineering, physics or a related field

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

- Strong writing, proofreading, communication, and organizational skills

- High performance individual eager to learn and ready to take ownership of assigned duties

- Adaptation to an ever-changing environment

- Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperatively on teams

Disclaimer

- The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Salary Range*:

$17.20 - $29.70

- The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Start Date:

2025-08-29

Posting End Date (if applicable):

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Summary

The environmental compliance intern will support the work of the NiSource Environmental department and cross-functional Health, Safety and Environmental Execution Team, which is responsible for supporting compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations across NiSource. The intern will receive experience in environmental compliance activities, data gathering, management and reporting processes, and will ultimately be involved with both desk-based and hands-on work in the field. The intern will report to the Team Lead, Environmental Compliance – Generation & Renewables and collaborate with the Environmental Compliance Team and other internal business partners. Successful candidate must be capable of working in an outside setting and industrial conditions