Business Management Trainee

Job Description

Business Management Trainee | Triumvirate Environmental

The Tone:
This is a full-time, on-site Business Management Trainee position located in Somerville, MA. Triumvirate Environmental is one of the largest environmental services firms in North America, providing diverse compliance management services and expertise to leading organizations across higher education, life sciences, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing sectors. This role serves as a proven pathway for long-term career growth within the company, enabling trainees to gain firsthand experience across multiple critical business areas and build strong relationships with company leaders early in their journey. It’s an opportunity to develop professionally alongside an industry leader that actively invests in its employees’ futures, fostering a unique culture of growth, education, and creativity, and rewards hard work with real career mobility into larger, more impactful roles.

The TL;DR
• Role: Trainee
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Somerville, MA
• Pay: $60000–$70000 yearly
• Mission: To develop future leaders by providing comprehensive, hands-on experience across Triumvirate Environmental’s core business functions and services.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Develop Foundational Expertise: Participate in Triumvirate’s comprehensive on-boarding and training program, ensuring mastery of essential safety protocols, compliance regulations, and industry standards related to hazardous waste management processes.
• Gain Practical Field Experience: Dedicate the initial six months to hands-on experience in the field alongside seasoned industry professionals, acquiring a deep understanding of Triumvirate’s diverse business model and range of services.
• Facilitate Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Beyond the initial field training, collaborate extensively with senior leadership across various departments, including Operations, Logistics, Consulting, and Sales, to contribute to quality deliverables and foster an efficient working environment.
• Enhance Client Relationships: Shadow experienced team members during client interactions to learn effective communication, assist in training clients on chemical safety and hazardous waste management, and identify opportunities to improve business processes through strong rapport.
• Provide Project and Executive Support: Offer critical support in spill response measures, attend client operations meetings, assist with various project management tasks, and aid an Executive, Director, or Senior Manager with special business projects across many facets of the organization.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level professional holding a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Business Management, or a closely related field.
• Experience: Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in the field to gain a foundational understanding of our environmental services industry. Possess a strong interest in business development and/or sales, indicating a proactive approach to company growth.
• Skills: Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with both internal teams and external clients. Possess the ability to work effectively within a team environment and independently, coupled with strong organizational and time management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite is also required, along with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and complete tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
• Bonus: Prior internship or work experience specifically in Business Management, a strong academic background reflected by a high GPA, and excellent customer service skills with the ability to effectively interact with a broad range of personnel are preferred.