Solid Waste Engineer Intern
Labella Associates
Assist in design, analysis, field work, and compliance for solid waste systems.
18 days ago ago
Entry-level
Internship
Charlotte, NC
Field
Company Size
1,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Project Management
Consulting
Design
Construction Services
Property Development
Sector Specialisms
Buildings
Energy
Infrastructure
Environmental
Land Development
Healthcare Facilities
Oil & Gas
Gas Distribution
Role
What you would be doing
gis mapping
data analysis
system design
field inspections
permit applications
stakeholder meetings
- Participate in stakeholder meetings and contribute to project planning and development
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on sustainability and waste reduction initiatives
- Analyze environmental data and prepare technical reports, charts, and presentations
- Support regulatory compliance efforts including permit applications, reporting, and documentation
- Assist in the design, evaluation, and optimization of solid waste systems including collection, transfer, recycling, and disposal
- Perform GIS mapping and spatial analysis related to waste infrastructure and service areas
- Conduct field inspections and site assessments of landfills, transfer stations, and recycling facilities
What you bring
independent
gis
autocad
engineering
analytical
communication
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented engineering student to join our team as a Solid Waste Engineer Intern for the Fall and Spring semesters. This multi-semester internship offers hands-on experience in solid waste management, environmental compliance, and sustainability initiatives. The intern will support technical projects, data analysis, and field operations under the guidance of experienced engineers.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with GIS, AutoCAD, or data analysis tools is a plus
- Completion of at least sophomore year by the start of the internship
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments.
- Profit Sharing
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Health/Dental Insurance
- 401k Plan with Employer Match
- Team Building Events
- Community Service Events
- Leadership Development Program
- Paid Time Off
- Referral Bonus Program
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Company
Overview
Founded 1978
Year Established
Originated as a civil engineering firm in Rochester, NY.
$750M Revenue
Annual Revenue
Generates substantial income to manage large-scale projects in infrastructure, buildings, and energy.
20K Acres & 300 Miles
Wetland Studies
Conducted extensive studies across vast areas of wetlands and waterways in five years.
Over 30 Species
Endangered Species
Worked with numerous threatened or endangered species during field studies.
- Began as a civil engineering shop in Rochester, NY and has grown into a full‑service design professional corporation.
- Expanded across North America and Europe—serving Spain, the UK, Romania, Germany, India and more—while maintaining focus on public and private sector projects.
- Remains strongly connected to civil engineering projects such as water treatment plants, highways, stormwater systems, and public facilities.
- Provides expertise spanning architecture, MEP, landscape architecture, wetlands ecology, structural engineering, transportation, and grant administration.
- Balances technical rigor with civic impact through projects like trails, parks, athletic fields, utility systems, renewable energy, and large‑scale municipal infrastructure.
- Adopts a collaborative, comprehensive approach managing planning, design, permitting, inspection, and commissioning.
80% employees
Work-life balance support
Over 80% of employees feel supported in achieving work-life balance.
25% annual growth
Company growth rate
The company has experienced 25% annual growth over the past decade.
80% ownership
Employee ownership opportunity
80% of employees have the opportunity to become shareholders of the company.
Since 2012
Continuous training
The company has provided comprehensive training programs since 2012.
- Award-winning culture (Great Place to Work certified, year after year)
- Competitive compensation including strong salaries, health/dental insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement
- Empowerment of talent: environment and opportunities that make the most of employees’ talents
September 2021
Sustainability Committee Founded
The Sustainable Design Committee was established in September 2021 to implement green practices and encourage green-building certifications.
- Goal to help every project incorporate sustainable-design best practices
- Energy & commissioning team with licensed engineers, certified energy managers, commissioning professionals and LEED-accredited staff
- Focus on finding net-zero energy solutions through audits, distributed/renewable generation, energy modeling, LEED certification, retro-commissioning
- Brownfield remediation with full-service environmental team, in-house lab, ASTM/USEPA-standard assessments
- Waste-diversion through material reuse, recycling, organic-waste diversion and financial-feasibility analyses
- Climate-resilience services including carbon sequestration, green infrastructure, flood risk management, shoreline stabilization
- Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion with resources such as passionate mentors, engaged leaders, creative thinkers
- DEI integrated into offices, industries, and communities
- No specific gender-ratio or numeric goals disclosed on website or LinkedIn
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