Sustainability Internship Jobs in Rochester, MI (NOW HIRING)

Title
Zero Waste and Recycling Internship
Classification
Non-Exempt
Reports to
Director of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability
Position Type and Expected Work Hours
Part-time / Seasonal
ABOUT SCHUPAN
CORE VALUES
Schupan & Sons, Inc. expects all employees to perform their job duties and consistently follow the core values.
• Integrity - We are honest in our interactions to foster trust, accountability, and responsibility.
• Empowerment - We are committed to providing the resources necessary to elevate our employees & our business to excellence.
• Sustainability - We are dedicated to the wellbeing of our communities, our people, our environment and to the long-term success of our business.
• Compassion - We are inspired to help others and committed to a workplace of kindness, understanding, and respecting others' diverse perspectives and experiences
WHO WE ARE
Schupan Sustainability is a leading event recycling and sustainability company, providing solutions to live events across Michigan, the Midwest and the country. As a national leader, we have supported our live event clients in diverting more than 3,200 tons of material from the landfill since 2008, mitigated over 5,600 metric tons of carbon emissions and reached over 30 million people through our engagement platforms.
SUMMARY
We are looking for enthusiastic students and recent graduates who want to learn about zero waste and recycling through hands-on experiences with real-time waste reduction programs at Live Events around Michigan and the Midwest. We are looking for people who have an interest in recycling, sustainability, composting and zero waste solutions who aren't afraid to get a little dirty, work hard, collaborate amongst a team of like-minded individuals and provide exceptional customer service.
Our Zero Waste and Recycling Interns will work onsite at live events to support our customers waste reduction programs and receive companywide learning experiences throughout Schupan. This position is part-time and based on event schedules with hours varying based on business needs. Continued learning experiences will be crafted per individual to ensure educational requirements and professional interests are met.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Support waste reduction prorgams at Live Events from May 2025 - August 2025.
• Introductory knowledge of how the recycling industry operates with specific areas of interest including waste diversion, carbon and climate impact
• On-site experience at live events to execute event recycling programming
• Collaborative work environment to manage customer accounts, business operations and creating waste reduction strategies for clients
• Communication skills working across teams at Schupan and within customer relations
• Collaborative work experience in a fast-paced environment
• Performs all job duties in a friendly, courteous manner and adheres to all safety
• requirements.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to work outside in all weather conditions including, but not limited: heat, humidity, cold, snow and rain.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to work a varied work schedule during the event, including early mornings, late nights, weekends and holidays.
TIME PERIOD:
• Live Events- Required to Participate:

• June 10 - 15 - Must be able to travel and work in Midland, MI for the duration of this time period
• June 17 - 22 - Must be able to travel and work in Grand Rapids, MI for the duration of this time period

• Optional Opportunities:

• Additional Live Events take place from May - October 2025 with work opportunities available for those seeking extended time in the field

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or equivalent; or one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Event management experience or sustainability industry knowledge is not required. Interest and willingness to learn about the recycling and sustainability industries is preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Occasionally lift, move, or position objects weighing up to 50 pounds
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Strong desire to provide exceptional customer service.
• A positive attitude, and well-kept appearance.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal work instruction and safety standards.
• Ability to work alone and with a team in a collaborative environment.
• Organized and detailed orientated.
• Ability to follow timelines and execute event plans.
• Can work long hours, for consecutive days.
• Can work early morning, late night, weekend or holidays.
• Can work in all weather conditions.
• Is open to learning more about the event sustainable industry.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Schupan believes our coworkers must be able to enjoy a work environment free from all forms of employment discrimination. The Company embraces individual differences and does not discriminate against any coworker or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, height, weight, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. This policy of nondiscrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.