About the role#
The Sustainability Intern will support Sensience with corporate sustainability reporting, ESG data management, and external disclosure. This project-based role offers experience with the processes used to collect, analyze, and communicate environmental performance. You will work closely with the Senior Manager of EHS and ESG, along with cross-functional teams and our private equity partners, to help shape our public sustainability narratives.
What you'll do#
- Lead the drafting and development of the Annual Sustainability Report, including gathering information from business stakeholders and organizing narratives.
- Coordinate the annual CDP disclosure process, which involves reviewing requirements, drafting responses, and managing data requests.
- Collect and validate ESG metrics, including greenhouse gas emissions, energy, water, and waste data.
- Analyze data from sustainability platforms like Persefoni and Benchmark ESG to ensure accuracy.
- Create charts, tables, and visualizations to communicate sustainability performance.
- Collaborate with departments such as EHS, Operations, Finance, Procurement, HR, Marketing, and Engineering.
- Track reporting milestones and research emerging sustainability trends or disclosure practices.
- Maintain documentation and source information to support reported metrics.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in environmental sustainability or a related field.
- Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to turn technical data into clear business language.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills with an eye for detail.
- Ability to work independently and coordinate with global stakeholders.
- A strong interest in corporate sustainability, ESG reporting, and climate strategy.
- Familiarity with the GHG Protocol, CDP, or greenhouse gas accounting is preferred.
- Experience with data, spreadsheets, or technical writing is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Ohio
- Term: Winter 2027 and Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Status: Full-time, paid internship
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
About Sensience
Sensience is a manufacturer of sensing, control, and sealing components. It operates as a privately held company based in Westerville, Ohio. The business employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Its products support systems in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and industrial equipment.
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