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SMUD · 1 week ago

2026 Summer College Internship: Environmental Compliance Intern

Sacramento, CA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$23.63/hr - $28.80/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

SMUD is seeking a summer intern for their Environmental Services team to assist with environmental compliance initiatives. The role involves providing support for field visits, data analysis, and report verification, allowing the intern to gain valuable experience in environmental compliance programs.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide as-needed field visits support (agency pre-inspection and inspections; product inventory verification and updates; soil sampling)

Data analysis and report verification

Creating and amending procedures and workflow documents

Network file cleanup and document migration

Report once a week in-person to SMUD’s Sacramento Office Headquarters Office

Performs tasks of an analytical or research nature for suitable projects or ongoing assignments which call for specific acquired academic skills and knowledge in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math

May locate sources of information; collect and organize data

Makes computations and analyzes data for degree of confidence and for alternative courses of action

May develop computer programs relating to assignments and may code material for established programs

May develop written, graphical and/or oral reports

May assist staff analysts and technical personnel by performing elements of their work under close supervision

Qualification

Environmental ComplianceData AnalysisMicrosoft SuiteField VisitsResearch SkillsAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementCommunication Skills

Required

Registration as a full-time student (minimum of 12 units) at an accredited college or university in a declared curriculum with a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) emphasis that will provide the specific skills and knowledge that will contribute to available work assignments

Students must be enrolled as a full-time student, complete and pass at least 12 undergraduate units OR 8 graduate units and receive at least a 2.0 GPA in the Spring Semester/Quarter of 2026

Students must be graduating in Summer 2026 or later

If the student is graduating in Summer 2026, they must be enrolled as a part-time student in the Summer of 2026

If the student is graduating in the Spring Semester/Quarter of 2026 but is pursuing another degree in the Fall Semester/Quarter of 2026, you will still be eligible

Currently, SMUD is not hiring candidates for its student internship positions who require sponsorship from an employer either now or in the future

Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation

Preferred

Majoring in: Engineering (Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical), or Environmental Studies/Sciences

Microsoft Suite or equivalent experience

Visio and or Canva experience

Valid Driver's License

Able to travel the service territory for outdoor field visits for the full duration of a work day

Benefits

Workshops and activities will also be part of the program where interns will have the opportunity to be immersed in SMUD's culture and learn leadership skills as well as develop their professional skills.