R&D Sustainability Intern: Life Cycle & Circularity

The British American Tobacco Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading bonus

Health plans

Flexible holiday plan

Mentorship program

Meal vouchers

Job summary

British American Tobacco UK offers a 12-month undergraduate placement in Southampton within the New Category R&D Sustainability Team. You will support life cycle analysis, environmental impact mapping, Eco Design, circularity and carbon reduction activities for our products, helping deliver our 2030 targets while developing our sustainable materials database.

The role provides mentorship, regular reviews with your Line Manager, and exposure to cross-functional projects across Design and

Qualifications

• Students working towards an undergraduate degree in Chemistry, Biology, Materials, Sustainability or Environmental Sciences.
• Environmental and sustainability knowledge and passion for sustainable development.
• Accurate data analysis and attention to detail.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Collaborative attitude with ability to communicate with specialist and non-specialist audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support Life Cycle Analysis of New Category products.
• Process data and analyze environmental impact trends across the portfolio.
• Update metrics on circularity and materials sustainability.
• Assist design teams with alternative materials and lower-carbon designs.

Skills

Environmental knowledge

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in Chemistry, Biology, Materials, Sustainability or Environmental Sciences

Job description

British American Tobacco UK offers a 12-month undergraduate placement in Southampton within the New Category R&D Sustainability Team. You will support life cycle analysis, environmental impact mapping, Eco Design, circularity and carbon reduction activities for our products, helping deliver our 2030 targets while developing our sustainable materials database.

The role provides mentorship, regular reviews with your Line Manager, and exposure to cross-functional projects across Design and