Student Internships

2027 Factsheet Internship 

Internship Posting Number: 2027-01

Sponsor: Center for Sustainable Systems
Location: UM Central Campus, Ann Arbor MI
Description: The Center for Sustainable Systems has a summer internship position available for a graduate student in Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field to update our Sustainability Factsheet Collection (see the collection at css.umich.edu/publications/factsheets). This Factsheet Collection is a premier resource we offer as a public service, downloaded by more than half a million visitors each year. Users include journalists, teachers and students, businesses, and other members of the public seeking peer-reviewed, factual introductions to sustainability issues across systems from energy to mobility, water and food, and more.

Job Duties:

• Update our current suite of 34 Factsheets on the sustainability of systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.
• Help conceptualize and create new dynamic, interactive updates for the Factsheets, such as short videos, interactive graphics, or other media/content.
• Create and update “Did You Know?” fact highlights for the CSS website and social media.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate standing in the School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS), College of Engineering, or a related program (or dual degree) with demonstrated interest and expertise in sustainability.
• Well organized, with close attention to detail and ability to plan and manage time effectively.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Completion of Industrial Ecology course (EAS557/CEE586) is highly desirable.
• Prior database, spreadsheet, and Adobe InDesign experience are desired.

Internship Pay:  This is a full time position in summer 2027 for up to 40 hours per week. Pay is $18 - $20 per hour, depending on grade level and experience. 
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interviews: Rolling until filled
Term: May 3 - Aug 29, 2027 (flexible)
HOW TO APPLY:  https://forms.gle/TjGiV21TGesx5K

For questions, contact Stephanie Brooks, CSS Operations & Engagement Specialist, at [email protected]

Student Administrative Assistant 

Internship Posting Number: 2027-02

Sponsor: Center for Sustainable Systems
Location: UM Central Campus, Ann Arbor MI
Description: The Center for Sustainable Systems (CSS) is seeking a motivated student to join our team as a Student Administrative Assistant for the Winter and Spring/Summer 2027 terms. This position is integral to supporting our mission to create and advance sustainable solutions through research, community engagement, and education. The successful candidate will provide key support in daily operations, communications, and outreach efforts that help connect and grow the CSS community.
Job Duties:

• Maintain and update CSS webpages and communication channels to ensure timely, relevant, and engaging content
• Organize and manage the CSS shared Google Drive and digital archive for ease of accessand collaboration
• Assist with event planning and logistics, including room reservations, on-site coordination, attendee check-in, catering orders, and post-event follow-up or reconciliation
• Support data entry, organization, and the development of visual materials and infographics
• Serve as the first point of contact for administrative questions in the CSS office and assist staff and community members as needed. 

Ways You'll Help Communite & Engage

• Coordinate CSS participation in campus and community events: from logistics to set-up and outreach
• Edit and distribute the monthly CSS e-newsletter via MailChimp
• Design flyers, infographics, and digital invitations for CSS events and initiatives
• Strengthen CSS's presence across multiple social media channels
• Provide ongoing content and updates for the CSS website, newsletters, and other outreach materials, following accessibility and inclusivity best practices
• Contribute to strategies for promoting CSS research, student opportunties, publications, and events to diverse audiences

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must be a currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student in SEAS, PitE, or Environmental Science
• Availability to work between 10-15 hours per week during the Winter term, and up to 20+ hours per week during the Spring/Summer
• Strong organizational abilities, with an eye for detail and a track record of reliably completing tasks
• Clear and effective communicator, both verbally and in writing
• Enjoys collaborating in a team environment with students, staff, and faculty members
• Experience with digital design tools (such as Canva, Photoshop, or related software) for creating graphics and visual materials
• Social media experience (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.)
• Comfortable and efficient working with Google Workspace applications like Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms

Educational Value

• Hands-on Experience in Sustainability: Gain practical exposure to sustainable systems and environmental solutions, reinforcing academic concepts with real world application
• Professional Skills Development: Build essential workplace skills in organization, project management, communication, and collaboration that are valuable in any career path
• Digital Literacy and Design: Enhance proficiency in digital media, web content management, and graphic design tools, relevant for modern communications and outreach
• Networking and Community Engagement: Connect with faculty, staff, and sustainability professionals, expanding your academic network and learning about diverse career paths in the field
• Event Planning and Outreach: Learn effective strategies for organizing, promoting, and supporting events, helping develop your leadership and public engagement abilities

Internship Pay:  $18-$20/hour 
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interviews: Rolling until filled
Time Commitment 10–15 hours per week (Winter term), 20+ per week (Spring/Summer terms), with the possibility of extension into Fall 2027 & Winter 2028
HOW TO APPLY:

For questions, contact Stephanie Brooks, CSS Operations & Engagement Specialist, at [email protected]

2026 Factsheet Internship 

CLOSED 

Internship Posting Number: 2026-01

Sponsor: The Center for Sustainable Systems
Location: UM Central Campus, Ann Arbor MI
Description: The Center for Sustainable Systems has a summer internship position available for a graduate student in Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field to update our Sustainability Factsheet Collection (see the collection at css.umich.edu/publications/factsheets). This Factsheet Collection is a premier resource we offer as a public service, downloaded by more than half a million visitors each year. Users include journalists, teachers and students, businesses, and other members of the public seeking peer-reviewed, factual introductions to sustainability issues across systems from energy to mobility, water and food, and more.

Job Duties:

• Update our current suite of 32 Factsheets on the sustainability of systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.
• Help conceptualize and create new dynamic, interactive updates for the Factsheets, such as short videos, interactive graphics, or other media/content.
• Create and update “Did You Know?” fact highlights for the CSS website and social media.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate standing in the School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS), College of Engineering, or a related program (or dual degree) with demonstrated interest and expertise in sustainability.
• Well organized, with close attention to detail and ability to plan and manage time effectively.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Completion of Industrial Ecology course (EAS557/CEE586) is highly desirable.
• Prior database, spreadsheet, and Adobe InDesign experience are desired.

Internship Pay:  This is a full time position in summer 2026 for up to 40 hours per week. Pay is $18 - $20 per hour, depending on grade level and experience. 
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Interviews: Rolling until filled
Term: May 5 - Aug 29, 2026 (flexible)
HOW TO APPLY:  https://forms.gle/gj7bTuEqoLchUMvW7

For questions, contact Stephanie Brooks, CSS Operations & Engagement Specialist, at [email protected]

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Wege Steelcase Sustainability Internship 2026

CLOSED 

Internship Posting Number: 2026-02

Sponsor: The Wege Foundation
Location: Steelcase Inc., Grand Rapids Business Center, Grand Rapids, Michigan (In-Person)

Description: The Compliance and Risk Management Department of Steelcase Inc., through the generous support of the Wege Foundation, has an internship position available in the Environmental, Health and Safety Compliance Team. The goal of this internship experience is to provide the student with a practical perspective of the opportunities as well as challenges in driving EHS Compliance efforts in global manufacturing.

Job Duties:

• Interfacing with many departments to support strategy, data collection, and problem-solving and implementation projects
• Support regulatory compliance permitting work for global manufacturing operations
• Assist with our ISO 14001 Environmental Management System as well as our ISO 45001 Health and Safety Management System
• Water conservation, recycling, biodiversity and planning including research and implementation
• Volatile Organic Compounds metrics, usage reduction and searching for alternatives
• Significant focus on EHS compliance and sustainability data analysis endeavoring to optimize our global manufacturing industry

Qualifications:

Essential Skills:

• Must have graduate standing in the School for Environment and Sustainability
• Must be well organized
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Must have an interest in complex data and calculation methodologies
• Must have problem-solving skills
• Must be detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

You will have a competitive edge if you:

• Have completed SEAS Industrial Ecology course, EAS557/CEE586
• Prior or simultaneous engineering degree in Environmental, Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, etc.
• Have prior "big data" experience
• Have experience in environmental compliance
• Have experience with computer languages like VBA, Python, SQL, C#, Java, R, Assembly, PHP, etc.
• Have experience with human languages besides English, like Hindi, Mandarin, Spanish, French, German, Arabic, Welsh, Czech, etc.
• Have experience in project management tools like Trello, Microsoft Project, or Smartsheet, enabling effective planning, collaboration, and tracking of project progress.
• Have familiarity with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Excel advanced functions to analyze and present data.

Internship Pay:  Monthly stipend of up to $5,000, depending on grade level and experience. 

Application Deadline: January 23rd, 2026, at 5 pm Eastern time. Interviews will commence the week of the 26^th with a final decision planned by mid-February. 

Term: Approximately mid-May to late August of 2026, or 16 weeks / 3.5 months

How to apply:https://forms.gle/bvV1yJpxUQwsuiCx8

For questions, contact Stephanie Brooks, CSS Operations & Engagement Specialist, at [email protected]
 

Internship Posting Number: 2025-01

CLOSED

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Sponsor: The Wege Foundation
Location: Steelcase Inc., Grand Rapids Business Center, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Description:
The Sustainability Department of Steelcase Inc., through the generous support of the Wege Foundation, has an internship position available in the Operations Sustainability Team. The goal of this internship experience is to provide the student with a practical perspective of the opportunities as well as challenges, in driving sustainability efforts in global manufacturing. 

Job Duties:

• Interfacing with many departments to support strategy, data collection, problem solving and implementation projects
• Support regulatory compliance permitting work for global manufacturing operations
• Assist with ISO 14001 Environmental Management System as well as ISO 45001 Health and Safety Management System, which is under development
• Water conservation, recycling, biodiversity and planning including research and implementation
• Volatile Organic Compounds metrics, usage reduction and searching for alternatives
• Significant focus on sustainability data analysis and optimization in global manufacturing industry 
• Assist with Net Zero: Supplier Engagement Scope 3 Decarbonization planning by supporting data collection, preparing materials for workshops, coordinating meetings, and contributing to the development of engagement framework
• Support the coordination and execution of summer Net Zero supply chain workshops in APAC, EMEA, and NA regions by coordinating with regional stakeholders, managing attendee communications, and collecting post-workshop feedback to assess the effectiveness of the sessions

Qualifications:

Essential Skills:

• Must have graduate standing in the School for Environment and Sustainability
• Must be well organized 
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Must have an interest in complex data and calculation methodologies
• Must have problem solving skills
• Must be detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

You will have a competitive edge if you:

• Have completed SEAS Industrial Ecology course, EAS557/CEE586
• Have a prior or simultaneous engineering degree 
• Have prior “big-data” experience
• Have experience in environmental compliance
• Have experience with computer languages like VBA, Python, SQL, C#, Java, R, Assembly, PHP, etc.
• Have experience with human languages, besides English, like Hindi, Mandarin, Spanish, French, German, Arabic, Welsh, Czech, etc. 
• Have experience in project management tools like Trello, Microsoft Project, or Smartsheet, enabling effective planning, collaboration, and tracking of project progress
• Have familiarity with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Excel advanced functions to analyze and present data

Internship Pay:  Monthly stipend of up to $5,000 depending on grade level and experience. 

Application Deadline: January 24, 2025, at 5 pm Eastern time.  

Term: Approximately mid May to late August of 2025, or 16 weeks / 3.5 months

Internship Posting Number:  2024-01: CLOSED

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Sponsor: The Wege Foundation
Location: Steelcase Inc., Grand Rapids Business Center, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Description:
The Sustainability Department of Steelcase Inc., through the generous support of the Wege Foundation, has an internship position available in the Operations Sustainability Team. The goal of this internship experience is to provide the student with a practical perspective of the opportunities as well as challenges, in driving sustainability efforts in global manufacturing. 

Job Duties:

• Interfacing with many departments to support strategy, data collection, problem solving and implementation projects
• Support regulatory compliance permitting work for global manufacturing operations
• Assist with our ISO 14001 Environmental Management System
• Water conservation, recycling, biodiversity and planning including research and implementation
• Volatile Organic Compounds metrics, usage reduction and searching for alternatives
• Significant focus on sustainability data analysis and optimization in our global manufacturing industry 

Qualifications:

Essential Skills:

• Must have graduate standing in the School for Environment and Sustainability
• Must be well organized 
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Must have an interest in complex data and calculation methodologies
• Must have problem solving skills

You will have a competitive edge if you:

• Have completed SEAS Industrial Ecology course, EAS557/CEE586
• Prior or simultaneous engineering degree in Environmental, Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, etc. 
• Have prior “big-data” experience 
• Have experience in environmental compliance
• Have experience with computer languages like VBA, Python, SQL, C#, Java, R, Assembly, PHP, etc.
• Have experience with human languages, besides English, like Hindi, Mandarin, Spanish, French, German, Arabic, Welsh, Czech, etc. 

Internship Pay:  Monthly stipend of up to $5,000 for 3.5 months (~$30/hr), depending on grade level and experience.

Application Deadline: *EXTENDED TO JANUARY 22, 2024* or until filled

Term: May 6 to August 23, 2024, or some portion thereof

APPLY NOW  or visit:https://forms.office.com/r/gGEMgZ6JpW and complete the on-line form, including attachment of resume and transcripts. A cover letter is strongly encouraged but not required.

Internship Posting Number:  2024-02: CLOSED

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Sponsor: The Center for Sustainable Systems

Location: UM Central Campus, Ann Arbor MI

Description: The Center for Sustainable Systems has a summer position available for a graduate student in Sustainability, Engineering or a related field to update our Sustainability Factsheet Collection. This Factsheet Collection is a premier resource we offer as a public service, downloaded by more than half a million visitors each year. Users include journalists, teachers and students, businesses, and other members of the public seeking peer-reviewed, factual introductions to sustainability issues across systems from energy to mobility, water and food, and more.

Job Duties:

• Update our current suite of 32 Factsheets on the sustainability of systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.
• Help conceptualize and create new dynamic, interactive updates for the Factsheets, such as short videos, ArcGIS Storymaps, or other media/content.
• Create and update “Did You Know?” fact highlights for the CSS website and social media.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Intern must have graduate standing in the School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS), College of Engineering, or a related program (or dual degree) with demonstrated interest and expertise in sustainability.
• Candidate must be well organized, with close attention to detail and ability to plan and manage time effectively. 
• Candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Completion of Industrial Ecology course (EAS557/CEE586) is highly desirable.
• Prior database, spreadsheet, and Adobe InDesign experience are desired.

Internship Pay:  Pay ranges from $18 - $20 per hour, depending on grade level and experience. Up to 40 hours per week.

Application Deadline: *EXTENDED TO JANUARY 26, 2024* or until filled

Interviews: rolling until filled

Term: May 6 - August 23, 2024 (exact dates negotiable)

APPLY NOW: https://forms.office.com/r/03rGi7bQgH

For questions, contact Shoshannah Lenski, Associate Director, at [email protected]

Internship Posting Number:  2023-01: CLOSED

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Sponsor: The Center for Sustainable Systems
Location: UM Central Campus (POSSIBLY REMOTE)

Description:
The Center for Sustainable Systems has a SUMMER INTERN position available for a graduate student in Sustainability Science or Engineering.

Job Duties:

• Update our current suite of 30 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.
• Develop new Factsheet(s) on Hydrogen Infrastructure or EVs.
• Create and update “Did You Know?” highlights for website.

Qualifications:

Intern must have graduate standing in Sustainable Systems, Environmental Science, Civil, Chemical, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering, or Corporate Environmental Management with an interest in Sustainability. Completion of Industrial Ecology course (EAS557/CEE586) is highly desirable. Candidate must be well organized, with attention to detail. Candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Prior database, spreadsheet, and Adobe InDesign experience are desired.

Internship Pay:  Pay ranges from $17 - $22 per hour, depending on grade level and experience. Up to 40 hours per week.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 4, 2023
APPLICATION REVIEW: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, starting December 19, 2022. 
TERM: May 2 - August 18, 2022, with potential to extend into the Fall '23 term as needed

APPLY NOW

OR visit: https://forms.gle/WQnjQWAkAEJXvJAc6 and complete the on-line form, including attachment of resume and transcripts. No other information (e.g., a cover letter) is required.

Please use the following file naming convention:  Lastname_Firstname_RESUME or Lastname_Firstname_TRANSCRIPT.

Internship Posting Number:  2023-02: CLOSED

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Sponsor: The Wege Foundation
Location: Steelcase, Inc., Grand Rapids, MI

Description:
The Sustainability Department of Steelcase Inc., through the generous support of the Wege
Foundation, has an internship position available in the Operations Sustainability Team. The goal
of this internship experience is to provide the student with a practical perspective of the
opportunities as well as challenges, in driving sustainability efforts in global manufacturing.

Job Duties:

• Interfacing with many departments to support strategy, data collection, problem solving
  and implementation projects
• Support regulatory compliance permitting work for global manufacturing operations
• Assist with our ISO 14001 Environmental Management System
• Water conservation, recycling and planning including research and implementation
• Volatile Organic Compounds metrics, usage reduction and searching for alternatives
• Significant focus on sustainability data analysis and optimization in our global
  manufacturing industry

Qualifications:

Essential Skills:

• Must have graduate standing in the School for Environment and Sustainability
• Must be well organized
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Must have an interest in complex data and calculation methodologies
• Must have problem solving skills

You will have a competitive edge if you have:

• Completed SEAS Industrial Ecology course, EAS557/CEE586
• Prior or simultaneous engineering degree in Environmental, Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, etc.
• Prior “big-data” experience
• Experience in environmental compliance
• Experience with computer languages like VBA, Python, SQL, C#, Java, R, Assembly, PHP, etc.
• Experience with human languages, besides English, like Hindi, Mandarin, Spanish, French, German, Arabic, Welsh, Czech, etc.

Internship Pay:  Stipend up to $5,000 per month (~$30/hr), depending on grade level and experience.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 4, 2023
INTERVIEWS: rolling until filled
TERM: May 1 - August 31, 2023, or some portion thereof

APPLY NOW

OR visit:https://forms.gle/5z5MWfqWEcypghQN9 and complete the on-line form, including attachment of resume and transcripts. No other information (e.g., a cover letter) is required.

Please use the following file naming convention:  Lastname_Firstname_RESUME or Lastname_Firstname_TRANSCRIPT.

Posting Number: CSS 2022-06- CLOSED

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY

Analysis of the demographic impacts of nuclear fuel cycle facilities 

Advisors: Aditi Verma, Gabrielle Hoelzle, and Todd Allen

Project description: The Fastest Path to Zero initiative is seeking a motivated undergraduate research assistant to build on an ongoing analysis of the demographic impacts of nuclear fuel cycle facilities in the US. 

Preliminary analysis carried out by the Fastest Path team shows the differential impacts of extractive facilities (uranium mills and mines) on host communities of these facilities. For example, this analysis shows that extractive facilities have typically been sited in counties that have high percentages of Native American, Latino, and Hispanic populations at the time of siting and the percentage of white populations in these communities have fallen in the decades following facility siting, while the percentages of Native American, Hispanic, Latino, and Black populations have increased over time in these same counties.  This trend, as well as others revealed through this analysis, indicate that the siting of both extractive and energy generation facilities may have heightened existing inequities along racial and socioeconomic lines within and across communities over time. We aim to build on this initial analysis to include waste management facilities, research facilities such as the national labs, as well as cleanup sites. 

Nuclear reactor developers as well as policymakers are actively considering where and how to site future nuclear energy and fuel cycle facilities, and the results of such an analysis can not only inform siting policy decisions in this pivotal moment for the nuclear energy sector but also identify and repair existing inequities created by the nuclear energy sector over its trajectory of development. Further, the results may also provide guidance to renewable energy technology companies who are embarking on a major energy transition with significant extraction requirements.

If you are interested, please send an email to Aditi Verma [email protected] along with your CV/resume, a writing sample, and a brief note describing your interest in design research.

Prerequisites: A strong interest in the technology-policy intersection and interest in interdisciplinary research is ideal. Familiarity with programming and statistical analysis is desirable but not required. Students in any year of study are encouraged to apply. This is a paid position for up to forty hours per week for 12 weeks over the summer and continuing into the Fall as a part time position. 
 

GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY (undergraduate students may also apply)

Participatory Design of Clean Energy Infrastructure

The successful decarbonization of energy systems requires the development and use of a broad range of energy technologies – solar, wind, nuclear, energy storage, and potentially hydrogen and biofuels. No one technology alone can ensure the successful and timely decarbonization of energy systems. If future carbon-neutral systems are to be planned for and developed in equitable and resilient ways, community engagement and input is needed from the earliest stages of planning and development for all technologies, and not just a subset of the above.

A new research project tackling this problem has formed and is seeking a research assistant to start this summer and potentially continue into the fall for a project on equitable design in decarbonization.

In this project we will draw on prior work on participatory and inclusive design to aid the development of a new participatory design methodology for clean energy technologies. The research assistant will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of researchers made up of Dr. Aditi Verma, Dr. Sarah Mills, and Professors Robert Goodspeed, Lisa DuRussel,Geoffrey Thun, and Todd Allen.

If you are interested, please send an email to Sean O’Connor [email protected] along with your CV/resume, a writing sample, and a brief note describing your interest in design research. Pay for this position will range from $20-25/hr for a masters student commensurate with research experience. Undergraduate students may also apply. Thank you.

Minimum qualifications/requirements

-   A strong interest in and passion for design, energy technologies, and equity (ideally all three!)

-   Currently pursuing a MS (or BS) in any field

-   Demonstrate strong communication skills

-   Demonstrate ability to critically analyze scientific literature

-   Demonstrate proficiency in writing

Preferred skills (but not required)

-   Previous experience with conducting literature reviews

-   Previous experience with qualitative or mixed-methods research

-   Previous design experience(s) in any domain of design

Typical responsibilities (including but not limited to)

-   Conduct literature reviews

-   Conduct interviews with design and community partners

-   Perform administrative tasks relating to maintenance of interview and observation data

-   Analyze interview and observation data

Posting Number: CSS 2022-05- Closed

Location: Remote
Supervisor: Parth Vaishnav

Description: Prof. Parth Vaishnav is seeking students to assist during a two-day virtual conference on Justice40 and Equitable Deep Decarbonization. The conference will convene and engage academic institutions, agency officials, and community groups working on Justice40 goals and implementation. The duties will consist of detailed note taking during assigned panels and sessions. Students should be available to assist during the virtual event on May 11th and 12th, 12:00 – 5:30 p.m. ET. Students will also be asked to edit and compile their notes after the conference. Assistants will be compensated at a rate of $15/hr. The assignment is expected to take 12-16 hours.

Job Duties:

Detailed notetaking during assigned panels and sessions
Editing and compilation of notes after the conference

Qualifications: Students should be available to assist during the virtual event on May 11th and 12th, 12:00 – 5:30 p.m. ET.

Internship Pay: $15/hour

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 1, 2022 or until filled
INTERVIEWS: rolling until filled
TERM: May 11th and 12th, 12:00 – 5:30 p.m. ET.

Apply Now

OR visit: https://forms.gle/29L4wWhyL9vzrJ6XA and complete the on-line form, including attachment of resume and transcripts. No other information (e.g., a cover letter) is required.

Please use the following file naming convention:  Lastname_Firstname_RESUME or Lastname_Firstname_TRANSCRIPT.

Internship Posting Number: 2022-04- Closed

Sponsor: Center for Sustainable Systems
Location: UM Central Campus (POSSIBLY REMOTE)
Intern Supervisor: Parth Vaishnav

Description: Professor Parth Vaishnav seeks one to two students to conduct a literature review in order to assist in preparing a research proposal on climate adaptation and mitigation measures that also account for infrastructure interdependencies. The students will be asked to summarize the findings and methods of papers on these topics. To get them started, students will be given 15-20 pre-identified articles. Students should be available to start immediately, and should expect to spend 10-20 hours a week for the rest of the term.

Job Duties: 

• Spend 10-20 hours a week reviewing relevant literature
• Meet weekly with supervisors to discuss their findings and get feedback 

Qualifications: Students should be available to start immediately and work 10-20 hours for the remainder of the Winter '22 term. They should have graduate standing in either SEAS or the College of Engineering. Preference will be given to students who are either completing the dual degree in Engineering Sustainable Systems or in the Sustainable Systems specialization track. 

Internship Pay: Pay ranges from $20-$25 per hour, depending on experience. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 1, 2022 or until filled
INTERVIEWS: rolling until filled
TERM: Immediately - April 30, 2022 (or some portion thereof)

Apply Now

OR visit: https://forms.gle/jTEMdo2912GCogcK8 and complete the on-line form, including attachment of resume and transcripts. No other information (e.g., a cover letter) is required.

Please use the following file naming convention:  Lastname_Firstname_RESUME or Lastname_Firstname_TRANSCRIPT.

Internship Posting Number:  2022-03: Closed

Project Title: Life Cycle Assessment of Reduced Consumption
Sponsor: Center for Sustainable Systems
Location: UM Central Campus (POSSIBLY REMOTE)
Intern Supervisor: Shelie Miller

Description: This research internship will provide experience in using life cycle assessment (LCA) for a variety of projects.  The primary project will entail comparing the environmental benefits of reduced consumption across a variety of sectors (i.e. transportation, electricity, food, clothing, goods) versus consuming “green” alternatives at similar quantities.  The purpose of the project will be to highlight the importance of eliminating over-consumption habits.  The intern will be responsible for compiling LCA inventory data across a variety of sectors, analyzing the results, and drafting a manuscript for publication. In addition to the main project, there will be an opportunity to collaborate with other LCA researchers and contribute to a number of ongoing projects that include estimating the environmental impacts of food waste throughout supply chains, assessing the benefits and consequences of plastic packaging, and investigating the urban-rural sustainability divide.  The internship can be part or full-time (up to 40 hours per week), with an overall scope of work determined accordingly.

Job Duties: 

• Using SimaPro and the academic literature to compile life cycle inventory data across a variety of consumption sectors
• Comparing scenarios associated with adopting green alternatives to a particular activity versus reducing consumption of that activity.
• Preparing a manuscript for publication, including graphic representations of the results
• Collaborating on other, ongoing LCA projects as needed

Qualifications: 

Interns must have graduate standing in Sustainable Systems, Environmental Science, Civil, Chemical, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering, or Corporate Environmental Management with an interest in Sustainability. Completion of Industrial Ecology course (EAS557/CEE586) is highly desirable. Candidate must be well organized, with strong Excel skills and the ability to synthesize multiple data sets. Candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Internship Pay: Pay ranges from $18-$20 per hour, depending on experience. Up to 40 hours per week, with part-time arrangements available. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 1, 2022 or until filled
INTERVIEWS: rolling until filled
TERM: May 1-August 26, 2022 (or some portion thereof)

Apply Now

OR visit: https://forms.gle/QyMBvgcXprmwvjM19 and complete the on-line form, including attachment of resume and transcripts. If you wish to include an optional cover letter, please combine it with your resume document.

Please use the following file naming convention:  Lastname_Firstname_RESUME or Lastname_Firstname_TRANSCRIPT. Failure to follow this naming convention will render your application ineligible.

Internship Posting Number:  2022-01: Closed

Sponsor: The Center for Sustainable Systems
Location: UM Central Campus (POSSIBLY REMOTE)

Description:
The Center for Sustainable Systems has a SUMMER INTERN position available for a graduate student in Sustainability Science or Engineering.

Job Duties:

• Update our current suite of 29 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.
• Develop new Factsheet(s) on Ecosystem Services, Water:Energy Nexus, or Land Use.
• Create and update “Did You Know?” highlights for website.
• Create content for social media postings.

Qualifications:

Intern must have graduate standing in Sustainable Systems, Environmental Science, Civil, Chemical, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering, or Corporate Environmental Management with an interest in Sustainability. Completion of Industrial Ecology course (EAS557/CEE586) is highly desirable. Candidate must be well organized, with attention to detail. Candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Prior database, spreadsheet, and Adobe InDesign experience are desired.

Internship Pay:  Pay ranges from $16 - $20 per hour, depending on grade level and experience. Up to 40 hours per week.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 17, 2022
INTERVIEWS: rolling until filled
TERM: May 2 - August 26, 2022
 

Internship Posting Number:  2022-02: Closed

Sponsor: The Wege Foundation
Location: Steelcase, Inc., Grand Rapids, MI or perhaps REMOTE

Description:
The Sustainability Department of Steelcase, Inc. has a SUMMER INTERN position available. The intern will be working on the Energy, Climate & Renewables team and will focus on supporting priorities of this functional area. The goal of this internship experience is to provide the student with a practical perspective of the opportunities and challenges in driving sustainability efforts in the corporate world. Projects may include:

• Managing annual CDP reporting process and publishing progress against Steelcase’s 50% greenhouse gas emissions reduction target by 2030
• Providing content to address the recommendations of the Task Force for Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) in Steelcase’s annual Impact Report
• Exploring energy conservation measures at global facilities with discrete opportunities and challenges
• Supporting waste reduction and recycling research and implementation as needed to progress against 14% greenhouse gas emissions reduction target by 2030.
• Supporting business travel research and implementation as needed to progress against 14% greenhouse gas emissions reduction target by 2030.
• Engaging with supply chain to encourage partner organizations to set their own science-based targets by 2025, tracking progress against this target, and developing incentive frameworks to motivate progress
• Interfacing cross functionally with many departments to support strategy implementation and data collection efforts
• Performing data collection and in some cases, data entry for global facilities’ metrics which are eventually referenced in external reporting (e.g., published in Impact Report)
• Calculating value chain emissions from varying methodologies including those using life cycle data and coefficients

Qualifications:

Candidate must have graduate standing in School for Environment and Sustainability or the Erb Institute for Sustainability in Business with a passion for corporate sustainability. Completion of Industrial Ecology course (EAS557/CEE586) is helpful. The candidate must be well organized and must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Having experience with and a passion for complex data and calculation methodologies is essential. Having experience with the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Protocol is ideal. Problem solving skills are essential. Due to the nature of the work and the physical location flexibility, being a self-starter and independent is highly valued.

Internship Pay:  Stipend up to $4,000 per month, depending on grade level and experience.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 17, 2022
INTERVIEWS: rolling until filled
TERM: May 2 - August 26, 2022

Intern Roster (1992-2024)

2024

Year/Sponsor/Mentor:  2024, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI. Maeve Tropf 

Project: Interfaced with departments to support strategy, data collection, problem solving, and implementation projects. Supported regulatory compliance permitting work for global manufacturing operations. Researched and implemented water conservation, recycling, and planning.

Intern Affiliation: Aditi Kahndare, M.S. Sustainable Systems

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2024, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Dr. Geoffrey Lewis/Shoshannah Lenski

Project: Update 32 Factsheets on the sustainability of systems that meet human needs by gathering data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives. Reformatted all 32 Factsheets to be more accessible and user friendly.

Intern Affiliation: Bradley Popovich, M.S. Sustainable Sys. and Sus. Dev./MPP & Yuping Wei, M.S. Sustainable Systems

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2024, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Dr. Geoffrey Lewis/Shoshannah Lenski

Project: Designed and implemented interactive graphics for the collection of 32 Factsheets.

Intern Affiliation: Jess Cummings, B.S. School of Information & Dorothy Hong, B.S. Computer Science

2023

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2023, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Maeve Tropf

Project: Interfaced with departments to support strategy, data collection, problem solving, and implementation projects. Supported regulatory compliance permitting work for global manufacturing operations. Researched and implemented water conservation, recycling, and planning.

Intern Affiliation: Lanzhao Cheng, M.S. Sustainable Sys. / M.S. Mechanical Eng

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2023, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Dr. Geoffrey Lewis

Project: Create a Hydrogen Factsheet and an Electric Vehicle Factsheet to add to the Factsheet collection by gathering current data on the topics and compiling the information.

Intern Affiliation: Erik Anderson II, M.S. Sustainable Systems

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2023, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Dr. Geoffrey Lewis

Project: Update 30 Factsheets on the sustainability of systems that meet human needs by gathering data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.

Intern Affiliation: Alexis Rolling, M.S. Sustainable Systems

2022

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2022, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Maeve Tropf

Project: Work with Energy, Climate, and Renewables Team to report Steelcase’s annual GHG emission reductions to the Carbon Disclosure Project and to help set carbon targets for suppliers in their supply chain.

Intern/Affiliation: Elijah Forrester, M.S. Sustainable Systems

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2022, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Mary Braun

Project: Update 30 Factsheets on the sustainability of systems that meet human needs by gathering data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.

Intern/Affiliation: Erik Anderson II, M.S. Sustainable Systems

2021

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2021, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Maeve Tropf

Project: Work with Energy, Climate, and Renewables Team to report Steelcase’s annual GHG emission reductions to the Carbon Disclosure Project and to help set carbon targets for suppliers in their supply chain.

Intern/Affiliation: Matthew Boelens, M.S. Sustainable Sys./M.B.A.

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2021, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 29 Factsheets on the sustainability of systems that meet human needs by gathering data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.

Intern/Affiliation: Krystal Krygowski, M.S. Sustainable Systems

2020

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2020, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Lynn Zimmerman

Project: Work on ISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment, development of metrics and data collection for Corporate Sustainability Report and reducing their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Muhan Chen, M.S. Sustainable Systems

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2020, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 29 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by gathering data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.

Intern/Affiliation: Connor Cox, M.S. Sustainable Systems/M.B.A.

2019

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2019, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Lynn Zimmerman

Project: Work on ISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment, development of metrics and data collection for Corporate Sustainability Report and reducing their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Yanjun (Leona) Liu, M.S. Sustainable Systems/M.S.E. Env Eng.

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2019, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 29 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by gathering data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.

Intern/Affiliation: Stephen (Simi) Barr, M.S. Sustainable Systems/M.S.E. Space Syst Eng.

2018

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2018, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Lynn Zimmerman

Project: Work onISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment, development of metrics and data collection for Corporate Sustainability Report and reducing their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Qi Gao, M.P.H. Environmental Health Sciences/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2018, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 29 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.

Intern/Affiliation: Yanjun (Leona) Liu, M.S. Sustainable Sys./M.S.E. Env Eng.

2017

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2017, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Lynn Zimmerman

Project: Work on ISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment, development of metrics and data collection for Corporate Sustainability Report and reducing their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Ke Yang, M.S. Sustainable Systems/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2017, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 28 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.

Intern/Affiliation: Tara Mahone, M.S. Sustainable Sys./UM

2016

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2016, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard

Project: Work on ISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment, development of metrics and data collection for Corporate Sustainability Report and reducing their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Jiarui Cai, M.S. Sustainable Systems & MSE/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2016, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 27 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.

Intern/Affiliation: Katelyn Dindia Johnson, M.S. Sustainable Sys. & Behav, Edu Comm/UM

2015

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2015, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard

Project: Work on ISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment, development of metrics and data collection for Corporate Sustainability Report and reducing their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Ryan Leclerc, M.S. Sustainable Systems/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2015, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 26 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives.

Intern/Affiliation: Brittany Szczepanik, M.S. Sustainable Sys. & MSE/UM

2014

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2014, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard

Project: Work on ISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment, development of metrics and data collection for Corporate Sustainability Report and reducing their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Daniel Mittler, M.S. Env. Policy & Planning/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2014, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 25 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives. Update the Sustainability: Live It– Learn It website.

Intern/Affiliation: Brett Simon, M.S. Sustainable Sys. & Env. Policy/UM

2013

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2013, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard

Project: Work on ISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment, development of metrics and data collection for Corporate Sustainability Report and reducing their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Braeden Gilchrist, M.S. Sustainable Sys./UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2013, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 24 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives. Update the Sustainability: Live It– Learn It website.

Intern/Affiliation: Stephanie Smith, M.S. Sustainable Sys/UM

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2013, Michigan Energy Office, MI, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Implement a project that measurably reduces energy usage and costs at the business. Collect measurement data that demonstrates the effectiveness of the energy efficiency solution in a business setting. Submit monthly updates and final report.

Intern/Affiliation: Abhishek Chitlangia, BSE Industrial Operations Eng./UM

2012

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2012, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard

Project: Work on ISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment, development of metrics and data collection for Corporate Sustainability Report and reducing their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Nagapooja Seeba, M.S. Sustainable Sys./UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2012, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 24 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives. Update the Sustainability: Live It– Learn It website.

Intern/Affiliation: Jordan Garfinkle, M.S. Sustainable Sys/UM

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2012, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 24 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives. Update the Sustainability: Live It– Learn It website.

Intern/Affiliation: Janet Mosley, M.S. Sustainable Sys/UM

2011

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2011, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard

Project: Work on ISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment, development of metrics and data collection for Corporate Sustainability Report and reducing their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Nicole Labutong, M.S. Sustainable Sys. & Env. Informatics/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2011, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 23 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives. Update the Sustainability: Live It– Learn It website.

Intern/Affiliation: Alphonse Anderson, Mechanical Engineer/UM alum

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2011, DELEG/MDEQ - RheTech Inc., Whitmore Lake, MI, Dale Copedge

Project: Implement the Economy, Energy, and Environment (E3) solutions identified in a recent energy audit conducted by a member of the E3 partnership, which may include an energy efficiency improvement, waste reduction or environmental footprint reduction, or sustainable manufacturing practice.

Intern/Affiliation: Adam Olshove, BSE Mechanical Engineering/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jarod Kelly

2010

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2010, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard

Project: Work on ISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment, development of metrics and data collection for Corporate Sustainability Report and reducing their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Jenn Gough, M.S. Sustainable Sys/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2010, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems & Alcoa Foundation, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 22 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives. Update the Sustainability: Live It– Learn It website.

Intern/Affiliation: Adam Bennett, M.S. Sustainable Systems/UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2010, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems & Alcoa Foundation, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 22 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives. Update the Sustainability: Live It– Learn It website.

Intern/Affiliation: Ryan Smith, M.S. Sustainable Sys, MSE MechEng/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

2009

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2009, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard

Project: Work on ISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment initiatives, development of metrics and data collection for the first Corporate Sustainability Report, and implementation and reporting of Steelcase’s commitment to reduce their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Anne Winter, B.S. Chemical Engineering/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2009, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems & Alcoa Foundation, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 18 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives. Update the Sustainability: Live It– Learn It website.

Intern/Affiliation: Matthew Durham, B.S.E. Chemical Engineering/UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2009, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems & Alcoa Foundation, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 18 Factsheets on the sustainability of various systems that meet human needs by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives. Update the Sustainability: Live It– Learn It website.

Intern/Affiliation: Elizabeth Durfee, M.S. Sustainable Systems/UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2009, CMS Energy, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Calculate the energy and carbon footprint of CMS facilities to evaluate options for reducing costs associated with facility operations and prepare for a national carbon tax.

Intern/Affiliation: Craig Cammarata, Dual M.P.P. & M.S. Sustainable Systems/UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. David Mengebier

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2009, MDEQ Water Bureau, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Benchmark wet weather discharges policies in the U.S. EPA and the individual states regulatory agencies. Use the internet to identify information that currently exists on-line. Develop questionnaires to seek desired information not available from online sources.

Intern/Affiliation: Hilton Clark, M.P.H. Env Health & M.S. Sustain Syst/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jonathan W. Bulkley

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2009, MDEQ Water Bureau, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Benchmark wet weather discharges policies in the U.S. EPA and the individual states regulatory agencies. Use the internet to identify information that currently exists on-line. Develop questionnaires to seek desired information not available from online sources.

Intern/Affiliation: Danielle LeFevre, M.S. Env Engineering/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jonathan W. Bulkley

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2009, MDEQ Water Bureau, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Benchmark wet weather discharges policies in the U.S. EPA and the individual states regulatory agencies. Use the internet to identify information that currently exists on-line. Develop questionnaires to seek desired information not available from online sources.

Intern/Affiliation: Amy Samples, M.S. Environmental Policy/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jonathan W. Bulkley

2008

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2008, The Wege Foundation, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard & Phil Hester

Project: Work on ISO 14,001 implementation, energy conservations initiatives, waste reduction and recycling research, product design for environment initiatives, development of metrics and data collection for the first Corporate Sustainability Report, and implementation and reporting of Steelcase’s commitment to reduce their global footprint.

Intern/Affiliation: Ashley Murphree, B.S. Mech. & Civil and Env Engineering/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2008, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Angela Nahikian

Project: Support new and ongoing environmental initiatives including LCA data gathering, providing content for Marketing, Communications and Sales teams, assist with DFE training tool development, Material Assessment support, Cradle to Cradle certification support, and BIFMA Sustainable Assessment Standard evaluations.

Intern/Affiliation: Elin Olson, M.S. Sustainable Systems/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2008, MDEQ -- Honeywell Burdick & Jackson, Muskegon, MI, Dick Davis

Project: Investigate current solvent processing methods and technologies, develop a new approach and conduct lab-scale experiments to demonstrate effectiveness of new approach.

Intern/Affiliation: Andrew Parth, B.S. Chemical Engineering/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2008, U-M Center for Sustainable Systems, Helaine Hunscher

Project: Update 15 Factsheets by conducting research to gather data on the current patterns of use, environmental impacts and sustainable alternatives. Develop two new Factsheets.

Intern/Affiliation: Alphonse Anderson, MSE Mechanical Engineering/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2008, U-M School Nat. Resources & Env., Duncan Callaway

Project: Code software to automate importation of existing .txt files; compare the overall efficiency of the PV system with one or more existing solar models for PV applications.

Intern/Affiliation: Sina Sadeghi Baghsorkhi, Sustainable Systems/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2008, IISI -- Living Steel, Scott Chubbs

Project: Conduct LCA of steel-structured 120 unit residential and retail building in Wuhan, China

Intern/Affiliation: Julia Koslow, Dual MS-MBA/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2008, IISI -- Living Steel, Scott Chubbs

Project: Conduct LCA of steel-structured 120 unit residential and retail building in Wuhan, China

Intern/Affiliation: Alan Bush, Sustainable Systems/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

2007

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2007, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard & Phil Hester

Project: Modify recycled content database methods to fit a newly developed industry standard for systems furniture products; conducted feasibility study for a small, off-grid renewable energy installation for a Grand Rapids site.

Intern/Affiliation: Therese Dorau, Sustainable Systems/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2007, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Denise VanValkenberg

Project: Support new and ongoing environmental initiatives including Lifecycle Assessment data gathering, providing content for Marketing, Communications, and Sales teams, assist with DFE training tool development, Material Assessment support, Cradle to Cradle certification support, and BIFMA Sustainable Assessment Standard evaluations.

Intern/Affiliation: Ben Massie, Sustainable Systems/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2007, MDEQ -- Biolab in Adrian, MI, Greg Snyder

Project: Pollution prevention in wastewater treatment and reducing noise pollution in the plant.

Intern/Affiliation: David Carpenter, Chemical Engineering/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2007, MDEQ -- Department of Transportation, Lansing, MI, Molly Lamrouex & Bethany Mathousek

Project: Gather & map the water quality information of bodies of water surrounding the highway project sites to assess impact of MDOT projects. Inventory aviation fuel to develop Spill Prevention Control & Containment plans.

Intern/Affiliation: Alex Lopez, Civil & Environmental Engineering/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

2006

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2006, University of Michigan - OSEH, Andy Berki

Project: Technical Update on Environmental Reporting from U-M Ann Arbor Campus, Develop 4 Factsheets on U-M Environmental Performance

Intern/Affiliation: Wai Chen (Arthur) Chan, Sustainable Systems/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2006, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard

Project: Product Recyclability Claims & Recycled Content Database & Materials Substantiation, Product Environmental Performance

Intern/Affiliation: Peter Bailey, Sustainable Systems/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

2005

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2005, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard

Project: Green Supply Chain Management (SCM) Standards and Metrics, Product Recyclability Claims & Recycled Content Database, GHG Inventory

Intern/Affiliation: Dimitri Shanin, Public Policy/UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

2004

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: MDEQ -- Department of Air Quality, Lansing, MI, Dave Mason

Project: Develop a Baseline GHG inventory for State of Michigan

Intern/Affiliation: Colin McMillan, Environmental Engineering / UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2004, MDEQ - Bronson Medical Hosp, Kalamazoo, MI, Daniel Kettenbeil

Project: Solutions for reduction of redundant energy use

Intern/Affiliation: Kwok Cheong Leung, Natural Resources. & Environment / UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2004, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard

Project: Continue Life Cycle Inventory of 3 products: work-surface, storage & panel

Intern/Affiliation: Bernhard Dietz, Natural Resources. & Environment / UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2004 Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Phil Hester

Project: Environmental profile of recycled content in product lines

Intern/Affiliation: Laura Flanigan CEMP / UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

2003

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2003, MDEQ, SE Michigan, Marcel L. Halberstadt

Project: 2003 Hospital Waste Survey 

Intern/Affiliation: Travis Dahl Environmental Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2003 Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Phil Hester

Project: Continue to develop a database for recycled content; Identify recyclability of current products; Identify waste elimination opportunities; Identify reuse options 

Intern/Affiliation: Hillary Richmond, Natural Resources. & Environment / UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2003 Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Dave Rinard

Project: Life Cycle Inventory of 3 products: work-surface, storage & panel

Intern/Affiliation: Bernhard Dietz, Natural Resources. & Environment / UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

2002

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2002, FRA, Washington, DC, Neil Moyer 

Project: Summer Intern for Specialized Environmental, Energy, Cost/Benefit, and Related Studies of Intercity rail Passenger Service 

Intern/Affiliation: Tom Franzinger, Urban Planning/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2002, MDEQ, SE Michigan, Randy Gibbs, Anderson Development Company 

Project: Conversion of Hexane Waste Stream 

Intern/Affiliation: Monica Smylor, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2002, MDEQ, SE Michigan, Dave Mauro 

Project: Water Conservation, High-Bay Lighting, Alternative to Landfilling wood waste 

Intern/Affiliation: Dan Carnes, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2002, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Philip D. Hester

Project: Develop a database for recycled content; Identify recyclability of current products; Identify waste elimination opportunities; Identify reuse options

Intern/Affiliation: Staci Harger, Environmental Policy and Economics/ UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2002, Ford, Dearborn, MI, John Sullivan 

Project: National LCI Database of Aluminum Casting Processes for Automobile Manufacturing 

Intern/Affiliation: Rebecca Messing, B.S. Interdisciplinary Engineering / UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

2001

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2001, FRA, Washington, DC, Steve Ditmeyer 

Project: Summer Intern for Specialized Environmental, Energy, Cost/Benefit, and Related Studies of Intercity rail Passenger Service 

Intern/Affiliation: Elyse Steiner, CEMP/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2001, MDEQ, SE Michigan, Jenna Latt 

Project: Reducing Water Consumption by a Metal Finishing Company

Intern/Affiliation: Tamika Young, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2001, MDEQ, SW Michigan, Jenna Latt 

Project: Conductivity Control Systems in the Metal Finishing Industry

Intern/Affiliation: Hon-Sue Gu, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2001, MDEQ, GM Hamtramck, Steve Kulesia 

Project: Community Environmental Awareness 

Intern/Affiliation: Kristi Stewart, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2001, NREL, Golden, CO, Maggie Mann/Lynn Billman

Project: Sustainability Assessment 

Intern/Affiliation: Jake Swenson, CEMP/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2001, Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, Steve Price

Project: Alternatives to Packaging for Parts 

Intern/Affiliation: Hui Ling Lee, Environmental Policy and Economics/ UM

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2001, UM Plant - OSEH, Yoshiko Hill/Andrew Berki

Project: UM Sustainability Assessment and Reporting 

Intern/Affiliation: Elizabeth Terry, CEMP/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jonathan W. Bulkley, Professor & Co-Director Center for Sustainable Systems, Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian, Research Scientist & Co-Director Center for Sustainable Systems

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2001, UM Plant - Utilities, Andrew Berki 

Project: Energy Conservation 

Intern/Affiliation: Kathleen Grimes, Physics/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2001

Project: Technology for Sustainable Environment: Life Cycle Optimization of Vehicle Replacement 

Intern/Affiliation: Pamela O’Leary, NASA SHARP/SAP 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

2000

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2000, US EPA, Washington DC, Barbara Karn 

Project: Industrial Ecology Database 

Intern/Affiliation: Christine Bogaerts, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2000, 3M Corp., St. Paul, MN 

Project: Environmental Implications of Switching from the Conventional Drying Oven to a Gap Dryer 

Intern/Affiliation: Matthew J. Robertson, Chemical Engineering/ UM

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2000, Center for Sustainable Systems 

Project: Technology for Sustainable Environment: Life Cycle Optimization of Vehicle Replacement 

Intern/Affiliation: Sharina Mapleton, NASA SHARP/SAP 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian, Research Scientist & Co-Director Center for Sustainable Systems

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2000, 3M Corp., St. Paul, MN, Brent Bystrom 

Project: Life Cycle Assessment of a High-Performance Cloth 

Intern/Affiliation: Carly Sarna, Chemical Engineering/ UM

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2000, Guardian Inds., MI, Michael Turnbull 

Project: Re-Validation of the Guardian Industries Sulfur Emissions Model 

Intern/Affiliation: Michael Wagner Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian, Research Scientist & Co-Director Center for Sustainable Systems

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 2000, 3M Corp., St. Paul, MN, David J. Schutt 

Project: Web Drying: Applications at 3M 

Intern/Affiliation: Catherine Lee, Civil & Environmental Engineering./ UM

1999

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1999, Eastman Kodak Co. Catie Blackler 

Project: Life Cycle Assessment of a Digital Camera 

Intern/Affiliation: Jeff Manternach, University of Michigan 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian, Research Scientist & Co-Director Center for Sustainable Systems

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1999, Center for Sustainable Systems, Greg Keoleian 

Project: Electricity Production in Washtenaw County 

Intern/Affiliation: Lauren Moss Summer Apprenticeship Program Faculty 

Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian, Research Scientist & Co-Director Center for Sustainable Systems

1998

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1998, Chrysler Corporation, Doug Orf 

Project: AAMA-Environmental Evaluation of Hydraulic Fluids, Oils and Greases Used in Manufacturing & Maintenance Operations 

Intern/Affiliation: Steven Booth, College of Engineering/UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Susan Montgomery, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1998, Ford Motor Company, Phil Lawrence 

Project: AAMA-Environmental Evaluation of Hydraulic Fluids, Oils and Greases Used in Manufacturing & Maintenance Operations 

Intern/Affiliation: Rebecca Fitzgerald, Chemical Engineering/MTU 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Michael Mullins, Professor, Chemical Engineering, Michigan Technological Univ.

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1998, MDEQ, Lansing, MI Wendy Fizner 

Project: Michigan Pulp and Paper Environmental Council; Pulp & Paper Case Studies 

Intern/Affiliation: Jeremy Hoeh, Chemical Engineering/ MSU 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Dennis Miller, Chemical Engineering, Michigan State University

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1998, General Motors Corp., Sandy Brewer 

Project: AAMA-Environmental Evaluation of Hydraulic Fluids, Oils and Greases Used in Manufacturing & Maintenance Operations 

Intern/Affiliation: Bryon Lawrence, Natural Resources. & Environment / UM

Faculty Mentor: Dr. G. A. Keoleian, Research Director, National Pollution Prevention Center

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1998, AAMA: Pollution Reduction Div, Donald Edmunds 

Project: AAMA-Environmental Evaluation of Hydraulic Fluids, Oils and Greases Used in Manufacturing & Maintenance Operations 

Intern/Affiliation: Todd Schebor, College of Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gloria Helfand, Associate Professor, School of Natural Resources & Environment

1997

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1997, Chrysler Corporation, Linda Plate 

Project: Research Assistance and Case Study Development in Pollution Prevention in the Auto Industry 

Intern/Affiliation: Michael J. Colarossi, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Philip Savage, Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1997, Waldorf/Rock-Tenn, Michelle Nault 

Project: Water/Sewer System P2 at Waldorf Corporation 

Intern/Affiliation: Sara Cox, Environmental Engineering/WMU 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Van Maltby, Professor, Dept. of Environmental Engineering, Western Michigan Univ.

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1997, Mead Publishing Paper Division, Kathy Jacoby

Project: Pollution Prevention Opportunities at a Large Pulp and Paper Mill 

Intern/Affiliation: Christopher Edlin, Civil & Environmental Engineering / UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kurt Paterson, Professor, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Michigan Technological U

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1997, AAMA, Donald Edmunds 

Project: Analysis of Auto Project 

Intern/Affiliation: Scott Grasman, Industrial Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. John Roberts Birge, Professor & Chair, Industrial and Operations Engineering, UM

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1997, Champion International Corp., Wally Blair 

Project: Sewer Loss Monitoring and Minimization 

Intern/Affiliation: Nicole J. Grossen, Chemical Engineering/ MTU 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. David Hand, Professor, Chemical Engineering, Michigan Technological University

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1997, AAMA, Donald Edmunds 

Project: Research Assistance & Case Study Development in Pollution Prevention in the Auto Industry 

Intern/Affiliation: Krista Hoversten, Dept. of Engineering/ MTU 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Kurt Paterson, Professor, Dept. of Engineering, Michigan Technological University

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1997, General Motors Corporation, Sandy Brewer 

Project: Research Assistance & Case Study Development in Pollution Prevention in the Auto Industry 

Intern/Affiliation: Scott Ratz, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Phil Savage, Professor, Dept. of Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1997, Ford Motor Company, Rebecca Messick 

Project: Life Cycle Analysis on Magnesium vs Aluminum for Transmission Case Design 

Intern/Affiliation: Peter Reppe, Natural Resources & Environment / UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. G. A. Keoleian, Research Director, National Pollution Prevention Center

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1997, E.B. Eddy, Ms. Chris Lupu 

Project: Research Assistance in Pollution Prevention in the Paper Industry 

Intern/Affiliation: Stephanie Schultz, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Susan Montgomery, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1997, Ford Motor Company, Philip Lawrence

Project: Research Assistance and Case Study Development in Pollution Prevention in the Auto Industry 

Intern/Affiliation: Ellen Schwab, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Johannes Schwank, Professor, Dept. of Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

1996

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1996, Chrysler Corporation, Linda Plate 

Project: Identifying the Opportunities to Reduce the Use of Great Lakes Persistent Toxic-Substances at U.S. Automotive Plants 

Intern/Affiliation: Michael J. Colarossi, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Susan Montgomery, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1996, AAMA, Donald Edmunds 

Project: Identifying the Opportunities to Reduce the Use of Great Lakes Persistent Toxic-Substances at U.S. Automotive Plants 

Intern/Affiliation: Laura M. Diepenhorst, Civil & Environmental Engineering / UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Susan Montgomery, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1996, Xerox Corporatio,  Dr. Jack AzaR 

Project: Analytical Assistance & Technical Support for the Hazardous Waste & Recyclability Assessments of Xerox-Marketed Products 

Intern/Affiliation: Thomas H. Savage, CEMP / UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. G.A. Keoleian, Research Director, National Pollution Prevention Center

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1996, General Motors Corporation, Sandra Brewer

Project: Identifying the Opportunities to Reduce the Use of Great Lakes Persistent Toxic-Substances at U.S. Automotive Plants 

Intern/Affiliation: Colleen West, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Susan Montgomery, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1996, Ford Motor Company, Philip Lawrence 

Project: Identifying the Opportunities to Reduce the Use of Great Lakes Persistent Toxic-Substances at U.S. Automotive Plants 

Intern/Affiliation: Kristopher Wiljanen, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Susan Montgomery, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

1995

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1995, Chrysler Corporation, Linda Plate 

Project: Best Management Practices in Spray Booth Cleaning 

Intern/Affiliation: Chris Davis, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. John Roberts Birge, Professor & Chair, Industrial and Operations Engineering, UM

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1995, Ford Motor Corporation, Philip Lawrence 

Project: Best Management Practices in Spray Booth Cleaning 

Intern/Affiliation: Nicole Chardoul, Civil & Environmental Engineering / UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. John Roberts Birge, Professor & Chair, Industrial and Operations Engineering, UM

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1995, AAMA, Donald Edmunds 

Project: Best Management Practices in Spray Booth Cleaning 

Intern/Affiliation: Scott Grasman, Industrial Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. John Roberts Birge, Professor & Chair, Industrial and Operations Engineering

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1995, General Motors Corporation, Sandra Brewer 

Project: Best Management Practices in Spray Booth Cleaning 

Intern/Affiliation: Colleen West, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Susan Montgomery, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

1994

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1994, Guardian Industries, Michael Turnbull 

Project: Guardian Industries’ Audit Software 

Intern/Affiliation: Carl Ferguson, CEMP / UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Stuart Hart, Director, Corporate Environmental Management Program, UM

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1994, General Motors Corporation, Sandra Brewer 

Project: Auto Body Solvent Wipe Process 

Intern/Affiliation: Christine Bogaerts, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Gregory A. Keoleian, Research Director, National Pollution Prevention Center

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1994, General Motors Corporation, Sandra Brewer 

Project: Auto Body Solvent Wipe Process 

Intern/Affiliation: Jason Ferns, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Susan Montgomery, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1994, 3M Corporation, Thomas Zosel 

Project: 3M: Waste Minimization 

Intern/Affiliation: Tricia Ferrell, Chemical Engineering, Washington University 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. William Lanen, Associate Professor, Dept. of Accounting, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1994, Optical Imaging Systems, Rex Tapp 

Project: Optical Imaging Systems: Pollution Prevention Opportunities in Flat-Panel Display Industry 

Intern/Affiliation: Jonathan Koch, CEMP / UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. G. A. Keoleian, Research Director, National Pollution Prevention Center

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1994, Ford Motor Company, Philip Lawrence 

Project: Auto Body Solvent Wipe Process 

Intern/Affiliation: Michael Valentine, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Susan Montgomery, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1994, Chrysler Corporation, Linda Plate 

Project: Auto Body Solvent Wipe Process 

Intern/Affiliation: Becky Vaner Eyk Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Susan Montgomery, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

1993

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1993, U.S. Env. Protection Agency, David Kling 

Project: EPA’s Comprehensive Pollution Prevention Orientation Slide Show 

Intern/Affiliation: Holly Evans, Natural Resources & Environment/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jonathan Bulkley, Professor; Director, National Pollution Prevention Center Dept. of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1993, Ford Motor Company, Philip Lawrence 

Project: Determining Mass Balances in Ford-Wixom’s Phosphate Coating System. *Multi-Media CD-ROM 

Intern/Affiliation: Lori Barnard, Chemical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Susan Montgomery, Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1993, Steelcase, Inc., David Rinard 

Project: Waste Minimization Audit Guide

Intern/Affiliation: James E. Hensley, Industrial Eng/Grand Valley State University 

Faculty Mentor: Ms. Janet Vail, Water Resources Institute

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1993, US Environ. Protection Agency, David Kling 

Project: EPA’s Comprehensive Pollution Prevention Orientation Slide Show 

Intern/Affiliation: Krista Johnsen Leuteritz, Natural Resources & Environment/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jonathan Bulkley, Professor; Director, National Pollution Prevention Center Dept. of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1993, National Center for Manufacturing Sciences, Clare Vinton 

Project: Achieving Environmental Excellence 

Intern/Affiliation: Robert G. Landers, Mechanical Engineering/ UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. John Ettlie, Associate Professor, Dept. of Operations Management, University of Michigan

1992

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1992, Ford Motor Company, Philip Lawrence 

Project: Total Quality Management: Pollution Prevention as Continuous Improvement at Ford Motor Company 

Intern/Affiliation: Leith Harmon, Industrial & Operations Engineering / UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Stephen Pollock, Professor, Industrial & Operations Engineering, University of Michigan

Year/Sponsor/Mentor: 1992, Ford Motor Company, Philip Lawrence 

Project: Degreaser Replacement at Ford Motor Company’s Climate Control Division 

Intern/Affiliation: Adam Larky, Civil & Environmental Engineering / UM 

Faculty Mentor: Dr. Jonathan Bulkley, Professor; Director, National Pollution Prevention Center Dept. of Civil & Environmental Engineering, University of Michigan