About the role#
This graduate internship offers an opportunity to apply academic knowledge to corporate sustainability. You will work with the Director of Global Sustainability and cross-functional teams to research industry trends and reporting frameworks. This role focuses on the blend of research, data analysis, and practical application within sustainability management.
What you'll do#
- Research sustainability best practices and industry trends to inform disclosure strategies.
- Support the development of sustainability reporting and disclosures.
- Prepare reports and presentations on sustainability performance and progress.
- Collect and analyze sustainability-related data.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders in finance, legal, audit, communications, and marketing to support sustainability management positioning.
- Contribute to communication materials that enhance the company sustainability narrative.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a master's degree program focusing on Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks and third-party investor ratings.
- Experience using AI to automate work tasks, including research analysis and prompt generation.
- Proficiency in Google Suite, including Meet, Docs, Slides, Sheets, and Calendar.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to report qualitative and quantitative results.
Location & details#
- Term: Winter 2027 (Starting January 4, 2027).
- Modality: Remote or hybrid, with office access available for those near New York City.
- Status: Paid, part-time internship (15-20 hours per week).
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Workiva
Workiva is a software company that provides a platform for data connection, process unification, and team collaboration. It serves finance, accounting, sustainability, risk, and audit teams across more than 6,600 organizations. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Ames, Iowa. It currently employs over 3,300 people and operates as a public company.
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