Sustainability Communications Intern
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Sustainability Communications Intern
Salary
$17.94 - $20.85 Hourly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Non Career
Job Number
7601-26-MMD-027
Department
Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)
Opening Date
02/20/2026
Closing Date
3/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING (SEIU)
Description
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Job Description
EGLE's Summer Internship program is a 15-week intensive experience that integrates a student's knowledge and classroom theory with practical application and skills development in a professional workplace setting.
Students will work with various divisions, offices, and locations across the State of Michigan experiencing hybrid, remote, and field work depending on the internship project needs.
The Sustainability Communications intern position will provide support to the Sustainability Section in evaluating sustainability grants for significant accomplishments and "good news" stories that can be highlighted on EGLE's MI Environment webpage. Position must be able to communicate with recycling and energy grant managers, summarize achievements, and evaluate the potential for positive communication, and draft a short news article explaining why projects are significant and newsworthy.
Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PD2026SummerInternTSURevisedTotalColiformRule.pdf)
Additional information about EGLE's Summer Internship Program:
EGLE's Summer 2026 Internship Program will start on Monday May 11, 2026, and will run approximately 15 weeks.
All interns will be required to attend an in-person orientation session on their first day. Time of orientation will be communicated once all interns have been selected and secured.
Interns can work amaximum of 29 hoursper week (129 hours maximum per calendar month) and weekly work schedules will be determined by the intern and their designated supervisor.
All interns will be required to do a presentation about their project to EGLE staff and stakeholders during an organized event at the end of the summer internship session.
All work performed, including remote internships, must be performed within the borders of the State of Michigan and students must reside in Michigan for the duration of the summer internship. EGLE does not offer any housing or relocation assistance for any out of state students wishing to apply.
The work location of this position will be the Deborah A. Stabenow Building, 525 W. Allegan St., Lansing, MI. However, the selected candidatemaybe eligible for a hybrid work schedule (combination of remote and in-person). Employees approved for schedules that include remote work must complete that work within Michigan. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. When working remote, employees must use a designated workspace that is safe and professionally appropriate, allows for privacy, minimizes distractions, and includes secure internet access. Details regarding work location and schedule options for this position may be discussed during the interview process.
Required Education and Experience
Educational Requirements:
You must be actively enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution and reached junior or senior level status going into fall 2025 or an actively enrolled graduate student. Some internships have very specific degree or grade level requirements so please read the details of each internship project closely.
Experience
No specific @type or amount is required.
Additional Requirements and Information
ABOUT EGLE
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.
At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan's land, water, and energy resources. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve. Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan's residents.
Your application must include, and have attached to your application, the following:
A cover letter detailing why you are interested in this specific internship
A resume highlighting your education and experience as it relates to this internship
A copy of your current transcripts showing coursework completed and active enrollment
Note: Failure to attach all requested documentation may result in your application being removed from consideration.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
Non-career employees are not eligible for insurance benefits, but they may be able to participate in deferred-compensation 401k and 457 plans and earn paid sick time.
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STUDTAST - Are you currently enrolled in a post-secondary college or university taking courses that focus on public health or environmental science? If so, please attach a copy of your unofficial transcript.
Yes
No
02
Are you currently working toward an advanced degree in Environmental Science or Sustainability with an emphasis or interest in communications or journalism?
Yes
No
03
How much experience do you have working with grants?
No experience
Moderate experience and knowledge
Thorough experience and knowledge
04
How much experience do you have writing articles or short stories promoting an event, idea or accomplishment?
No experience
Moderate experience and knowledge
Thorough experience and knowledge
05
If you have experience writing articles or short stories promoting an event, idea, or accomplishment, in 300 words or less please explain your writing experience. If you do not possess this experience, please @type N/A.
06
What is your level of proficiency with using Microsoft Office Applications?
Do not use Microsoft Office Applications
Moderate Proficiency using Microsoft Office Applications
Highly Proficient using Microsoft Office Applications
07
Did you attach your resume, a copy of your current transcript (proof of current enrollment), and a cover letter detailing your interest in specific internship experience(s)?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
State of Michigan
Department
Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE)
Address
525 West Allegan Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone
517-284-5014
Website
https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/careers
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