Who we are

For more than 40 years, Covanta has been at the forefront of sustainable materials management, providing companies and communities world-class waste and resource solutions.

Through our diverse and scalable full-service capabilities, we're leading the charge to a carbon-negative future-reducing, reusing, recycling and reimagining waste for the benefit of both people and planet.

Our differentiator comes from our vast ecosystem of technology, facilities, and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to solve their most pressing environmental challenges, and achieve their most ambitious environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.

All that we're missing is you. Join us today!!

Our values

Diversity, inclusivity, engagement-these are the values that help us foster a strong sense of community within Covanta. By embracing the unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our employees, we cultivate an environment that embraces teamwork, encourages open dialogue, and provides opportunities for growth.

About the role

Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering Intern

Are you a rising Junior or Senior? Are you a motivated self-starter? Can you take an assignment and run with it? If you're ready to dive into a fast-paced work environment, a Covanta internship may be the right fit for you.

We welcome interns to become a part of our team. You will work with our experts and learn about the industry, our clients and our company. This is an opportunity to gain valuable insight, develop new skills, and establish a network of mentors and business contacts. You'll leave with a lot more than a job listing on your resume.

• work on projects that have real impact on sustainability
• support our team of experts
• gain industry knowledge
• assist with the responsibilities of day-to-day plant operations

Your expertise

You need to be enrolled in a four-year college or university and you have:

• a balanced resume which includes solid academic performance and campus involvement
• a genuine interest in developing a career in Waste to Energy
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering

You are:

• positive with a can-do approach

We'd like to see evidence that you can:

• analyze a problem, come up with ideas and decide
• show good judgment
• plan, organize and make things happen
• communicate well and work within a team
• stick with a task

Our DEI Commitment

Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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