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Pollution Prevention Job opportunitiesUpdated 2/13/26 STUDENT INTERN, Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation (TDEC) Office of Sustainable Practices We are seeking a student who has great customer service skills and can help the office with marketing and communications related to sustainability outreach.
https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/environment/job-announcements-/internships/00107448_osp_summer_26_general_intern_tdec-int-opp_ua.pdf, posted 2/9/26 (until 3/13/26) POLLUTION PREVENTION ENGINEER I, New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) The Engineer I – Pollution Prevention Engineer (with LCA Focus) will support NYSP2I’s technical programs by conducting applied research and/or delivering hands-on technical assistance to New York State manufacturers and organizations with approximately 50% of time dedicated to supporting life cycle assessments (LCA), greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories, and environmental reporting protocols (ERPs). The engineer will also conduct on-site assessments, perform material and energy balances, identify pollution prevention opportunities, support sustainability certifications, and contribute to technical reports, training, and outreach. The Engineer I will work under the guidance of senior engineers and program managers to fulfill NYSP2I’s commitments under the NYSDEC grant and advance the Institute’s mission of driving environmental and economic improvements statewide. SENIOR ENGINEER, Bellevue Utilities (Bellevue, WA) We have an exciting opportunity for you to utilize your knowledge and experience to support this mission. Bellevue Utilities is looking for a talented Senior Engineer to join our collaborative team for design and project management of the drinking water, wastewater, and storm and surface water Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects. Our senior engineers manage engineering consultants for design of complex capital projects, ensuring technical competence and compliance with codes and standards. These positions serve as project managers and project team leads for water, sewer, storm drainage, and stream restoration projects. The positions work under the general supervision of an Engineering Manager. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bellevuewa/jobs/5220333/senior-engineer-utilities, posted 1/30/26 (until 2/22/26) SMALL BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSISTANCE INTERN Work directly with program staff to develop video tutorials to help businesses through the process of reporting greenhouse gas emissions and other general permit requirements to the NJDEP. https://njdepartmentofenvironmentalprotection.applytojob.com/apply/3OPLvqoezV/Small-Business-Environmental-Assistance-Intern-AEMS20261i, posted 1/26/26 (until 4pm (ET) 3/2/26) SUSTAINABILITY DATA ANALYSIS INTERN Work under the direction of program staff to conduct data analyses to determine energy savings potential from tree plantings. Outreach may also be necessary to collect data. https://njdepartmentofenvironmentalprotection.applytojob.com/apply/elCXvtOi7l/Sustainability-Data-Analysis-Intern-AEMS20262i, posted 1/26/26 (until 4pm (ET) 3/2/26) SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS OUTREACH INTERN Participate in outreach efforts targeted toward businesses to adopt sustainable business practices. You will work closely with environmental specialists to develop industry-specific guidance. https://njdepartmentofenvironmentalprotection.applytojob.com/apply/iRwJu2VB9W/Sustainable-Business-Outreach-Intern-AEMS20263i, posted 1/26/26 (until 4pm (ET) 3/2/26) LEAD POLLUTION PREVENTION ENGINEER, New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) Reporting to the NYSP2I Associate Director, the Lead Engineer will lead NYSP2I’s Sustainable Manufacturing Assistance program, providing strategic direction, technical oversight, and program coordination to advance pollution prevention initiatives across New York State. This role supervises senior engineers, guides project execution, ensures alignment with NYSP2I goals, and represents the Direct Assistance (DA) program internally and externally. The Lead Engineer will be instrumental in scaling the DA program to meet NYSDEC deliverables, enhance technical quality, drive impactful sustainability outcomes for New York manufacturers, and expand NYSP2I’s impact through outreach, education, and technical resource development. MNTAP INTERN, Minnesota Technical Assistance Program (MnTAP) The Minnesota Technical Assistance Program (MnTAP) seeks junior or senior college students to work on waste reduction, water conservation, lean manufacturing, and energy efficiency projects at companies in Minnesota each summer. College students from any college or university in the United States are eligible to apply. http://www.mntap.umn.edu/interns/student/apply/, posted 1/14/26 SMALL BUSINESS ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST (Western PA Region), Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program (PennTAP) PennTAP is seeking a dynamic and motivated Small Business Outreach Representative (Western PA Region) to support the implementation of the RISE PA energy efficiency projects across Pennsylvania. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about sustainability, energy efficiency, and economic development—particularly within the manufacturing sector and small to mid-sized enterprises (SMEs). If you are passionate about helping Pennsylvania businesses, especially manufacturers, thrive through sustainability and energy efficiency, check out this opportunity. Now is an exciting time to be part of our team as we help lead a major statewide grant initiative, RISE PA. Individuals who excel in relationship-building, technical consultation, and project coordination are a great fit. ENERGY ASSESSMENT QUALITY ANALYST, Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program (PennTAP) PennTAP seeks an Energy Assessment Quality Analyst, responsible for reviewing, verifying, and improving the quality of energy audit deliverables. This includes validating site data collection, energy usage analysis, recommendations for energy conservation measures (ECMs), and final reports, ensuring they meet guidelines, project scopes, and internal quality standards. https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PSU_Staff/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Energy-Assessment-Quality-Analyst---PennTAP_REQ_0000072005-1, posted 10/6/25 ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) The NYS Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) at the Golisano Institute for Sustainability at Rochester Institute of Technology is seeking an Associate Director who will oversee, guide and help implement the various institute technical programs that provide hands-on pollution prevention (P2) technical assistance to industry in a variety of sectors, help accelerate green technology to market, and provide sustainable supply chain assistance to New York state companies. Reporting to the NYSP2I director, the Associate Director will oversee the Institute’s technical programs, ensuring their strategic direction and implementation deliver measurable results in support of the Institute’s mission. This position will lead a team of engineers, scientists, and program managers. The Associate Director will respond to requests from the director to provide data related to programs and to support strategic decisions. Responsibilities will also include managing and mentoring staff, ideating solutions, overseeing and conducting applied research and development projects, as well as seeking supplemental funding from state and federal entities to support these efforts. https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25483&siteid=5289&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=1580941#jobDetails=1580941_5289, posted 9/8/25TOXICS REDUCTION ENGINEER, Washington State Department of Ecology Ecology is looking for an engineer to join and grow our Toxics Reduction Technical Assistance team. In this position, you will learn and apply engineering techniques in the specialty areas of pollution prevention, safer chemical use, green engineering, resource conservation and hazardous waste management. You will work directly with Washington State Businesses to help them limit their waste, conserve resources, and save money. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/ecology/jobs/5020080/toxics-reduction-engineer-environmental-engineer-2-in-training?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs, posted 8/4/25 (until 8/18/25) ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM CONSULTANT, North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality - Division of Environmental Assistance and Customer Service The position plays a lead role in providing pollution prevention technical assistance to businesses, industries, and institutions across the state. In addition, the position has duties of program development, management, and planning to provide strategic oversight of technical project delivery, including clean energy assessments, water efficiency audits, solid waste reduction, pollution prevention, compliance assistance, and other environmental performance improvement recommendations. The position coordinates closely with DEACS’s Recycling and Materials Management and Environmental Assistance Sections, other key DEQ programs, and others partner organizations to deliver services and assistance in line and in support of agency program objectives. Working closely with the other section chiefs and Division leadership, this position will also play a lead role in support of the division’s internal and external technical assistance training development. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/5027198/environmental-program-consultant?department[0]=Dept%20of%20Environmental%20Quality&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs, posted 7/31/25 (until 8/21/25 at 5pm ET) SENIOR ENGINEER - ENERGY SYSTEMS, New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) The Senior Engineer–Energy Systems position will primarily support industrial/manufacturing client programs of the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) at the Golisano Institute for Sustainability at RIT. The Senior Engineer will use their technical expertise and industry experience to facilitate the reduction of energy consumption in manufacturing and other industrial environments. The Senior Energy Systems Engineer will evaluate energy use reduction and energy efficiency opportunities at manufacturers, manage client and partner relationships, and develop and execute project proposals in a variety of different industry sectors. Working in a team based environment, as both a project lead, and a project contributor for different projects, this role is responsible for: researching, identifying, and developing solutions or evaluating existing technologies to address energy efficiency opportunities, managing projects to an on-time and on-budget completion, mentoring junior staff, and documenting project outcomes. POLLUTION PREVENTION ASSISTANCE MARKETING COORDINATOR, Washington State Department of Ecology Would you like to make local communities safer by helping businesses reduce pollution and toxic chemical use? As a Pollution Prevention Assistance Marketing Coordinator, you will join a team that supports the statewide Pollution Prevention Assistance Partnership and Product Replacement Program. This multi-region team is charged with developing and implementing approaches to assist and educate small businesses on best management practices to reduce and manage dangerous waste and prevent storm water pollution and assist businesses to switch to safer products and technologies. This position will lead marketing and communication efforts to promote these services. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/newprint/4667753, posted 9/23/24, recommend applying by 10/13/24 ENVIRONMENTAL AND SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR, Cook County Department of the Environment and Sustainability The Cook County Bureau of Administration is seeking a Director, Environmental and Sustainability, to join our team. This person directs the department’s employees and operating budget per corporate/grant related to Environmental Control Programs.
COMING SOON... INTERNSHIP, Washington Applied Sustainability Internship (WASI) The Washington Applied Sustainability Internship (WASI) program is an undergraduate summer internship program designed to link dedicated engineering, chemistry, sustainability and environmental sciences students with business and industry in Washington. Interns research identified pollution prevention opportunities at a Host Business to analyze, recommend, and/or implement process changes to find and use safer chemical alternatives, reduce hazardous and solid wastes, conserve energy and water, reduce water contaminants and emissions, increase efficiency and cost savings, and improve employee health and safety. These pollution prevention internship projects will benefit Washington’s waterways and other natural resources. *Please be advised that this internship program is contingent upon the availability and allocation of federal funds. https://wsg.washington.edu/students-teachers/fellowships/wa-applied-sustainability-internship/, on 3/18/26 |