Cox Conserves: Waste & Circularity Intern - Summer 2027

Cox; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Enterprises is seeking a Waste & Circularity Intern to join the team. The intern will assist with executing Cox's sustainability strategy, collecting and analyzing data for enterprise reporting, and researching scalable practices for growing operations.

You will collaborate with Cox Conserves and cross-functional teams, supporting conservation efforts across carbon, water, waste and biodiversity, while gaining exposure to enterprise-wide sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Passion for environmental sustainability and resource conservation.
• Understanding of organizational sustainability practices.
• Familiarity with sustainability management principles.

Responsibilities

• Support enterprise-wide conservation efforts and strategic program development across carbon, water, waste and biodiversity.
• Assist with data collection and analysis for Cox locations across divisions.
• Conduct secondary research and summarize findings on growth integration into sustainability strategy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sustainability concepts

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in environmental science or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Excel

PowerPoint

Geospatial software

Job description

We encourage candidates to apply for no more than three internship opportunities within a 90-day period. Our recruiting team will review your application and ensure you are considered for the opportunities that best align with your skills and interests.

Cox Enterprises is hiring a Waste & Circularity Intern to join our team! The Waste & Circularity Intern will work closely with Cox Conserves team members and others across the organization to support enterprise-wide sustainability initiatives. The intern will assist with executing Cox's multifaceted sustainability strategy, including working with internal and external partners to develop and implement projects that reduce the overall environmental impact of our operations, facilitating data collection and analysis efforts for enterprise and business unit reporting, and researching scalable sustainability management practices for complex organizations experiencing rapid new growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational & Strategic Support: Work closely with Cox Conserves and other cross-functional groups to support enterprise-wide conservation efforts and strategic programmatic development across carbon, water, waste and biodiversity


• Data Collection & Analysis: Support the collection and analysis of sustainability data for Cox locations across our multiple divisions


• Secondary Research: Conduct secondary research and summarize findings on how rapidly growing organizations effectively integrate new growth businesses into corporate sustainability strategy


• Other Duties: The intern may have other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Required:
  
  
  
  • Passion for environmental sustainability and resource conservation
  
  
  • Understanding of organizational sustainability practices
  
  
  • Familiarity with sustainability management principles
  
  
  
  


• Preferred:
  
  
  
  • Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in environmental science, sustainability, or a related field
  
  
  • Experience with Microsoft 365 apps and services such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and geospatial software
  
  
  • LEED, ISSP, or similar certifications
  
  
  
  

Key Skills

• Good operational and project management abilities


• Strong communication (both written and verbal) and stakeholder engagement skills


• Proven critical thinking skills and the ability to problem solve


• Strong attention to detail and time management skills

Working Conditions

• This role may require up to 5-15% travel to various business locations and external engagements.

USD 22.02 - 33.08 per hour

Compensation

Hourly pay rate is in the range of $22.02 - $33.08/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Benefits

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.