Engineering Intern Summer 2026

WASTE CONNECTIONS, Inc. (NYSE: WCN): is a non-hazardous solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling services in the U.S. and Canada.  Our employees foster a work culture of Servant Leadership.

Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees, always relying on our Operating Values as the foundation for our existence.   

Because we operate with a highly decentralized structure, we look for individuals who are energetic and have individual initiative and creativity.  Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you.  At Waste Connections, you’ll thrive if you are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play harder culture that is focused on maintaining our reputation as the premier waste services company in the markets we serve. 

Internship Overview

As a Landfill Engineer Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in civil, structural and environmental engineering within the context of solid waste management. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and operations staff to support landfill design, compliance, and daily operations. This position would be based in Knoxville, TN.

What You’ll Gain

• Practical experience in landfill engineering and environmental compliance

• Exposure to real-world challenges in waste infrastructure and sustainability

• Mentorship from region engineers and environmental professionals

• Opportunity to contribute to community health and environmental protection

• Potential for full-time employment upon graduation

• Up to a $5,000.00 bonus paid out at the successful completion of your internship

• Housing Assistance as needed

Responsibilities

• Assist with landfill design, grading plans, and cell development

• Support environmental monitoring (e.g., groundwater, gas collection systems)

• Help prepare engineering reports and regulatory documentation

• Participate in site inspections and construction oversight

• Analyze data related to landfill performance and environmental impact

• Collaborate with operations on daily cover, leachate management, and compaction strategies

• Contribute to sustainability initiatives and long-term closure planning

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field

• Basic understanding of landfill systems and environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, RCRA)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Comfortable working in outdoor and field-based environments

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.