Water Sustainability Intern

Portfolio Business : Corporate

J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.

Position Summary

J.M. Huber Corporation, an innovative manufacturing company, seeks a personable and highly motivated intern to support the Corporate Safety and Sustainability team with a strategic project related to Water Stewardship and Goal Setting. As part of the summer internship program, this intern will have the chance to work with experienced Sustainability and Operations professionals. If you’re looking for a summer filled with real-world work experience and hands-on learning, this is the internship for you!

The Internship will be from June to early August.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Benchmark corporate water stewardship goals and practices across industry peers.
• Review site‑level water‑use data and identify patterns in water intensity.
• Support assessments of water‑related risks using tools such as WRI Aqueduct.
• Research emerging concepts (e.g., water neutrality) and their relevance to Huber’s operations.
• Identify potential external partners, frameworks, or initiatives for future water stewardship efforts.
• Prepare concise summaries and recommendations to support development of long‑term water goals.

Specialized/Technical Knowledge or Required Skills

Education: Current undergraduate student or graduate student studying Environmental Science, Environmental, Chemical or Civil Engineering, Sustainability, or Natural Resources Management

Required skills/competencies:

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Zoom

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work in detail-oriented, dynamic and changing environment

Total Rewards

Benefits:

• Gain knowledge and experience in a variety of areas within the Safety and Sustainability function, including operational context for diverse manufacturing environments

• Gain exposure to inclusive, collaborative corporate environment

• Compensation: $20 per hour for undergraduate students

Our employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well-being is our highest priority. We respect the individual by providing opportunities for professional and personal development. Our Principles drive us to create an inclusive workplace where employees share core values, show dignity and respect toward others, and work hard to achieve their best performance.

J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required