Corporate Environmental Internship - Summer 2025 - Decatur, IL at Primient
Champaign, IL 61825
About the Job
Coporate Environmental Intern
Decatur, IL
Summer 2025: May 19th - Aug 1st
Primient is pioneering a new legacy as we drive towards excellence. This is exemplified by our ongoing commitment to progress through investments in our operations and in your communities, our dedication to sustainability, and seamlessly integrating into and enriching people's daily lives through plant-based solutions. Moreover, our unwavering commitment to growth and excellence propels us toward a brighter future, reinforcing our position as an industry leader.
We are proud of the work we do, and the people who make it all possible. From our deep roots as a leading producer of food and industrial products from plant-based, renewable resources, we're writing the next chapters of our lasting legacy together. Join a team prioritizing learning, safety, collaboration, and winning for each other and our customers.
OUR VALUES
Safety
Our priorities are rooted in safety, quality, and consideration for the environment, starting with our renewable raw materials through to our exceptional products that sweeten, strengthen, support, and more.
Excellence
Striving for excellence is so much more than selling high-quality ingredients, we're inspired to work towards excellence each step of the way from the field to finished product.
Integrity
Integrity is in our DNA. Primient was founded on doing business the right way and this code remains a guiding principle of how we work together across our business and ways of working.
Growth
We are investing in our people, ourselves, and our facilities. We are evolving for new ways of winning and learning and growing the value of our business along the way.
Play a vital role in building the Primient legacy while growing your career. We invest in you by providing the supportive leaders and resources you need to get the job done and learn along the way. You don't have to have all the answers,
but if you have the creativity, curiosity and are excited to advance your career, join our team of committed and forward-thinking people.
About the Role:
Primient is seeking a proactive and environmentally conscious Corporate Environmental Intern to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our environmental sustainability efforts by assisting in the development and implementation of environmental compliance tools across all Primient facilities.
Key responsibilities: Corp Environmental Intern
ABOUT YOU
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
What We Offer:
This internship will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of our Corporate Environmental operations within a dynamic environment.
Must possess valid work authorization for the US. We are not offering sponsorship for this role.
ITEMS TO NOTE
This is a 40 hour per week/Full Time role.
This role is a Hybrid role - 3 days a week at the Decatur, IL plant
There is no guarantee of full-time placement at the conclusion of this internship.
This role comes with a $21.00/hr rate with a $3000 Housing/Travel stipend.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
We are passionate believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, thrive and progress.
Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
Successful candidates must also pass a drug screen and background check.
California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")
The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.
Decatur, IL
Summer 2025: May 19th - Aug 1st
Primient is pioneering a new legacy as we drive towards excellence. This is exemplified by our ongoing commitment to progress through investments in our operations and in your communities, our dedication to sustainability, and seamlessly integrating into and enriching people's daily lives through plant-based solutions. Moreover, our unwavering commitment to growth and excellence propels us toward a brighter future, reinforcing our position as an industry leader.
We are proud of the work we do, and the people who make it all possible. From our deep roots as a leading producer of food and industrial products from plant-based, renewable resources, we're writing the next chapters of our lasting legacy together. Join a team prioritizing learning, safety, collaboration, and winning for each other and our customers.
OUR VALUES
Safety
Our priorities are rooted in safety, quality, and consideration for the environment, starting with our renewable raw materials through to our exceptional products that sweeten, strengthen, support, and more.
Excellence
Striving for excellence is so much more than selling high-quality ingredients, we're inspired to work towards excellence each step of the way from the field to finished product.
Integrity
Integrity is in our DNA. Primient was founded on doing business the right way and this code remains a guiding principle of how we work together across our business and ways of working.
Growth
We are investing in our people, ourselves, and our facilities. We are evolving for new ways of winning and learning and growing the value of our business along the way.
Play a vital role in building the Primient legacy while growing your career. We invest in you by providing the supportive leaders and resources you need to get the job done and learn along the way. You don't have to have all the answers,
but if you have the creativity, curiosity and are excited to advance your career, join our team of committed and forward-thinking people.
About the Role:
Primient is seeking a proactive and environmentally conscious Corporate Environmental Intern to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our environmental sustainability efforts by assisting in the development and implementation of environmental compliance tools across all Primient facilities.
Key responsibilities: Corp Environmental Intern
- Assist in creating and implementing environmental compliance tools to support and enhance sustainability practices across all Primient facilities.
- Help maintain and update legal registries to ensure adherence to environmental regulations.
- Contribute to updating corporate and local procedures related to environmental compliance.
- Efficiently manage and organize electronic records related to environmental compliance.
- Work closely with various teams within the organization to promote and implement environmental initiatives.
ABOUT YOU
- Actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint, Sharepoint), Gensuite, and OSI-PI
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Passion for environmental sustainability and corporate responsibility
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
What We Offer:
This internship will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of our Corporate Environmental operations within a dynamic environment.
Must possess valid work authorization for the US. We are not offering sponsorship for this role.
ITEMS TO NOTE
This is a 40 hour per week/Full Time role.
This role is a Hybrid role - 3 days a week at the Decatur, IL plant
There is no guarantee of full-time placement at the conclusion of this internship.
This role comes with a $21.00/hr rate with a $3000 Housing/Travel stipend.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
We are passionate believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, thrive and progress.
Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
Successful candidates must also pass a drug screen and background check.
California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")
The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.
