Environmental Compliance Intern - January 2027 (12 or 16 Month Term)

Description

Position at Parkland Refining BC Ltd.

As of November 1, 2025, Sunoco LP has successfully completed its acquisition of Parkland Corporation. For more information, please visit .

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 32 countries and territories in North America, the Greater Caribbean, and Europe. The Partnership’s midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and over 160 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership’s fuel distribution operations, which distribute over 15 billion gallons annually to approximately 11,000 Sunoco and partner-branded retail locations, as well as independent dealers and commercial customers.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Starting Salary: $27.00-$35.00/hour

The Opportunity  

The Environmental Specialist Intern supports the Compliance Assurance (CA) program to help ensure alignment with regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will contribute to regulatory readiness activities through audit coordination, tracking compliance actions, communication of regulatory changes, and oversight of the fenceline monitoring program in accordance with federal regulations. The role also provides support to environmental regulatory programs, including compliance stack testing, waste management, and other areas as required. This role provides the opportunity to gain experience in environmental compliance, regulatory readiness, and environmental regulatory programs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Compliance Assurance (CA) program and maintain alignment with regulatory requirements and internal compliance expectations.
• Maintain and update the Compliance Assurance database and track compliance actions to support timely completion.
• Support Compliance Assurance activities, including sponsor/advisor meetings, Continuous Improvement Plans (CIP), and Compliance Committee meetings.
• Monitor Provincial and Federal regulatory changes and communicate updates to support compliance processes.
• Support environmental regulatory reporting and the implementation of regulatory requirements, as required.
• Support the refinery's fenceline monitoring program in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate fenceline monitoring activities, including sample collection, laboratory analysis, and data reporting.
• Maintain the annual audit plan and track audit findings, corrective actions, and completion status.
• Support waste management activities, including invoicing, documentation, reporting, and compliance with waste management plans.

Education

• Currently enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution and pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or Chemical Engineering.
• Preference will be given to students in their 3rd, 4th, or 5th year of study with one academic term remaining following the completion of the work term.

Requirements

• Available for a 12 or 16-month work term beginning January 2027.
• Self-starter with the ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and follow up on action items.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Comfortable supporting administrative and program management activities, including maintaining records and tracking tasks.
• Ability to review, analyze, and communicate regulatory and compliance-related information.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency using computer applications and systems.
• Ability to work in both office and field environments, including time spent in an industrial setting.

Humble. Hungry. Smart. Does this sound like you?  

Do others describe you as being a down-to-earth achiever? Someone who thinks outside the box and always strives to do more than what is required? Someone who sees the bigger picture? You sound brilliant to work with!

We Want You To Shine:  

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants. If you require accommodation due to a disability, you will have an opportunity to notify us when scheduling your interview.

Belonging Matters. Because You Do:  

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Our ability to work as one team across Canada, the United States, and the Caribbean is foundational to our success. We show up as our authentic selves each day and create space for one another’s unique contributions.

We respect the diverse cultures, traditions, and perspectives of Indigenous Peoples and seek to achieve equitable partnerships and opportunities with Indigenous communities.

The Fine Print:  

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the country in which they applied. Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check, including but not limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol, and/or fitness for duty testing.

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