Paid MBA Intern - Strategy & Operations Rotations

Republic Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 410,000 - 455,000; Part time

Job summary

Republic Services' MBA Internship Program is a 10-week paid internship designed for first-year MBA students to gain hands-on experience in field operations and strategic project work.

Interns are placed at locations across the country with a program manager and mentor, gaining exposure to executive leadership and contributing to high‑impact initiatives that drive performance.

High-performing interns may be considered for full-time roles, including the General Manager Accelerated Program (GMAP).

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in the first year of an accredited MBA program.
• Ability to commit to a full‑time, 10‑week internship beginning in June.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured rotations across functional areas such as Operations, Finance, Maintenance, Sales, and Administration.
• Execute project deliverables identified by functional leaders and present findings to key stakeholders.
• Analyze business processes and identify opportunities for operational improvement and growth.
• Develop professional documents and communications related to project outcomes.
• Engage with employees and leadership teams to understand business drivers and operational challenges.
• Learn how to influence financial outcomes and contribute to strategic decision‑making.
• Adhere to the formal training curriculum and complete all assigned tasks within the internship timeframe.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support business objectives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Operations interest

Leadership interest

Business strategy interest

Education

MBA - first year

Job description

Republic Services' MBA Internship Program is a 10-week paid internship designed for first-year MBA students to gain hands-on experience in field operations and strategic project work.

Interns are placed at locations across the country with a program manager and mentor, gaining exposure to executive leadership and contributing to high‑impact initiatives that drive performance.

High-performing interns may be considered for full-time roles, including the General Manager Accelerated Program (GMAP).