Co-op Student, Environmental

At Nutrien, our purpose is Feeding the Future and we do so with safety, inclusion, integrity and results as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day.

Nutrien is a leading provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions. With nearly 25,000 employees world-wide, we are the largest producer of potash (by capacity) and one of the world’s largest producers of nitrogen and phosphate. We also operate a leading agriculture retail network that services over 500,000 growers globally.

We harvest the best. Diverse views and experience make us strong. We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, act with integrity, and who support inclusion.

Working at Nutrien will provide you an opportunity to help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career.

This is an open posting for an Engineering Student Co-op positions at our Aurora, NC Phosphate facility.

• This role is open to current students who will be returning to their studies once this work term is complete. This position is not available for remote work.
• Work will be both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Outside the office, standard work wear will consist of hard hats, safety boots, safety glasses and ear plugs, with other items as needed; these items will be provided
• Housing: Eligible to receive monthly housing assistance in the amount of $400, to assist with housing needs and expenses.
• Terms (Dates can be adjusted base on college schedule):
  • Spring 2025: January 6 – July 25

 What you will do:

• Support air, water, and waste compliance processes including inspections and identification of environmental hazards
• Record keeping and filing organization to support compliance documentation in alignment with internal policies
• Contribute to data collection, analysis, and validation for internal and external reporting processes
• Assist in development of standard operating procedures to support the plant environmental management processes
• Coordinate an effort to automate environmental field data collection

What you will bring:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors’ degree in Environmental Engineering/Science or equivalent related program with a graduation date of December 2024 or later.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Strong analytical skills 
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Must be able to work at heights, outdoors, and around potentially hazardous chemicals
• Must be able to hear and understand audible alarms, changes in noise levels of rotating equipment and portable radio communications
• Must be familiar with Microsoft’s Office Suite

What to expect with the recruitment process: 

Express Interest --> Recruiter Review --> Matched to a Position --> Interview --> Offer --> Pre-employment Screening --> Hire  

Are you a good match? Apply today! 

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn suggested does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure.  

Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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