Supply Chain Sustainability Intern 2027

IBM; California (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

IBM is seeking a motivated college student to join the Chief Sustainability Office as a Supply Chain Sustainability Intern. You will research sustainability disclosure requirements, assess circular supply chain opportunities, and use IBM AI tools to analyze data.

As part of cross-functional projects, you will contribute to regulatory readiness and business value while observing strategic partnerships and sustainability innovation in action. Bachelor’s degree candidates encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program (Engineering, Materials Science, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Supply Chain, or related field).
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with a passion for data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to understand and analyze technical concepts related to manufacturing processes, material flows, recycling systems, and supply chains.
• Interest in sustainability, environmental responsibility, and ethical business practices.
• Experience or interest in using AI, automation, and data visualization tools to drive insights and efficiency.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Highly organized with a proactive mindset and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Research emerging sustainability disclosure requirements (e.g., CSRD) and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation, and assess potential impacts on IBM’s supply chain, operations, and supplier engagement programs.
• Assess circular supply chain opportunities and develop recommendations to support business value, supply chain resilience, and regulatory readiness.
• Use AI-powered tools and IBM technologies (including Client Zero, watsonx, and other analytics platforms) to analyze sustainability data.
• Participate in cross-functional projects that align sustainability goals with business value creation.
• Attend internal forums and stakeholder discussions to observe strategic partnership development and sustainability innovation in action.

Skills

Sustainability

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Manufacturing basics

AI tools

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

watsonx

Client Zero

Job description

Introduction

We’re looking for a motivated college student to join the Chief Sustainability Office as a Supply Chain Sustainability Intern. This internship offers a unique opportunity to explore how emerging regulations, supplier engagement strategies, and circular supply chain initiatives are shaping business decisions across global supply chains.

Your Role And Responsibilities

As a Supply Chain Sustainability Intern, you will:

• Research emerging sustainability disclosure requirements (e.g., CSRD) and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation, and assess potential impacts on IBM’s supply chain, operations, and supplier engagement programs.
• Assess circular supply chain opportunities and develop recommendations to support business value, supply chain resilience, and regulatory readiness.
• Use AI-powered tools and IBM technologies (including Client Zero, watsonx, and other analytics platforms) to analyze sustainability data.
• Participate in cross-functional projects that align sustainability goals with business value creation.
• Attend internal forums and stakeholder discussions to observe strategic partnership development and sustainability innovation in action.

Preferred Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program (Engineering, Materials Science, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Supply Chain, or a related field).
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with a passion for data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to understand and analyze technical concepts related to manufacturing processes, material flows, recycling systems, and supply chains.
• Interest in sustainability, environmental responsibility, and ethical business practices.
• Experience or interest in using AI, automation, and data visualization tools to drive insights and efficiency.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Highly organized with a proactive mindset and eagerness to learn.

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

No preferred qualifications specified