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Koch Capabilities is seeking a Rotational Environmental Specialist to join our team(s) in Summer 2027 in Rosemount, MN; Corpus Christi, TX; Duncombe, IA; Beatrice, NE; Dodge City, KS; Enid, OK; Wever, IA, Euless, TX or St. James, LA.

A Koch Capabilities Rotational Environmental Specialist participates in the Rotational EHS Professional (REP) Program for two years before advancing to a mid-level Specialist role at a site. While in the two-year Rotational EHS Professional Program, the Environmental Specialist is assigned to and supports day-to-day environmental initiatives at two host sites, with an equal amount of time at each site. There is also an opportunity for travel to other locations for limited times to support larger environmental initiatives such as turnarounds, outages, audits, and assessments.

For this role, we anticipate paying $76,000 - $79,000 per year.

Our Team

Environmental Specialists in the REP Program are integral parts of our environmental team, creating value while gaining rapid experience in areas such as regulatory compliance, environmental assessments, waste management, and sustainability initiatives. Participation in the REP Program allows these Environmental Specialists to not only see the day-to-day operations of one facility, but also network, collaborate, visit, and work with personnel from many sites.

What You Will Do

Experiences vary based on location and are tailored to the Environmental Specialist based on personal interests, strengths, and needs of the site. This role provides the Environmental Specialist limitless opportunities to gain valuable experience while supporting safe operations of the site. Opportunities may include:

Analyze process and environmental trends to prioritize improvement opportunities and work accordingly.
Participate in water, waste, air reporting and government auditing
Participate in EH&S audit teams, incident investigations, and projects requiring environmental expertise
Develop your capability around risk-planning tools and grow your knowledge of regulatory frameworks, compliance, and government and legal interactions
Support operating sites by understanding and maintaining compliance with the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and other regulations relevant to Koch companies
Receive hands-on training and practical application of environmental practices at Koch, along with exposure to business and manufacturing processes

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

Enrolled in a degree or alternative program. (e.g., 2-year technical college program, certificate program, upskilling program, etc.)
Eligible for full-time employment on or before Summer 2027
Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
Willing and able to relocate to the program requirements.

What Will Put You Ahead

Enrolled in an Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Health, Natural Sciences or related Engineering degree program.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Koch Inc. creates and innovates a wide spectrum of products and services that make life better. Our work spans a vast number of industries across the world, including engineered technology, refining, chemicals and polymers, pulp and paper, glass, electronics and many more. Headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, Koch employs 120,000+ employees across the globe.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).

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