Environmental Summer Internship Positions

Location: Columbus, IN, United States Department: Environment

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

Applies developing business process and project management skills within an area of business or technical specialty.

Manages small positions of well-defined projects. Provides administrative and logistics support for a project team and project manager.

Serves as a resource on projects and work assignments; employs basic knowledge of effective project management and general business understanding.

Identifies, tracks, and works with others to resolve project issues.

Monitors and communicates project status to project team.

Assists with budget planning and tracking, research, and analytical support; provides input into the design and development of project plans and timelines.

Assists with managing project risk; uses quality tools to identify areas of risk.

Documents and shares team learnings with other teams; draws on other experiences to enhance the success of the project.

Maintains project notes, databases, and other records; monitors measures and communicates with Project Manager on status of specific projects and assignments.

To be successful in this role you will need the following

Issue Management

Scope Management

Schedule Management

Stakeholder Management

Resource Plan Management

Business Planning/Management

Cross-Functional Knowledge

Project Risk Management

Degree Programs Considered: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD

Major Programs Typically Considered: Environmental Management; Business Management, Project Management, etc.

2026 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level

Bachelor's - $3,700 - $4,400

Master's - $5,600

PhD - $5,800

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Internship program criteria

Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university

Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred

Must be able to complete a minimum of 4-months to 6-months or a maximum of a 12-months commitment

Must be able to complete 40 hours per week

Willingness to learn from others on the job

Must be currently residing within the continental U.S.

Cummins and E-verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates right to work using E-Verify. Cummins will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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U.S. Early Careers Eligibility Requirements

Summer Intern: Students must be enrolled full-time at an accredited U.S. college or university, actively pursuing a degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, MBA, or JD), with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Candidates must currently reside within the continental United States. Students are expected to work 40 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks.

International Student Eligibility (U.S. based roles): F-1 visa students must have approved Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Occupational Practical Training (OPT) before their Early Career assignment begin. CPT/OPT must relate to their degree and be authorized by their university. Students are responsible for securing this approval through their school’s international office.

Commitment: Students must be able to manage their academic responsibilities without compromising their job performance.