Environmental Services Technician - Paid Internship (Rockville)
Posted 6 days ago
Do you have a passion for the environment and sustainability? Do you want real-world experience in organics recycling, sustainability and environmental stewardship? Join us for a high-impact paid internship at Compost Crew, the largest organics recycling company in the DC/Maryland/Virginia region. No prior composting experience is required. We’re looking for individuals who are eager to learn, contribute and grow. This is a great opportunity for students, career changers and those who want to enrich their lives and communities.
Why You’ll Love It Here
Valuable field experience – not just desk work
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
Who You Are
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
What You’ll Do
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
Schedule
● At least 4 hours per morning, Tuesday - Friday
● Start time between 6 am and 8 am
● End time between 11 am and 12 pm
● Afternoon work hours available but not required
Grow Your Career at Compost Crew
Join us at Compost Crew, a locally owned fast-growing organics recycling company based in Maryland. We inspire people to make food waste recycling part of everyday life through easy, reliable, and rewarding solutions. We’re rescuing over 30 million pounds of unwanted food scraps from the landfill per year, helping to retain valuable nutrients by converting the food scraps into a rich soil amendment - compost. Compost Crew is the largest organic recycling company in our region, serving over 20,000 homes, businesses, communities and governments throughout Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. We're innovative leaders in the elimination of food waste, revitalization of our soil and sustainability. At Compost Crew, you'll enjoy a friendly work environment where you'll be treated with appreciation and respect. You'll make a real difference in the well-being of our community and environment as you help create a world where every scrap of food is rescued or recycled.
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Compost Crew is a locally-owned organics recycling business that offers simple, clean, and convenient composting to thousands of businesses, organizations and residential customers throughout Maryland, Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. These services are part of our mission to protect the planet, reduce waste and build community wealth. We are committed to recovering compostable waste, reducing dependence on landfills and incinerators, and revitalizing our soils. We won’t compromise on that commitment or cut corners.
Key team members
Jacqueline Anderson
Ben Parry
Cornell Saddler
Kathleen Turk
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