Sustainability Leadership Program - 2027

Schneider Electric; United States; Remote; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Paid holidays and PTO

401(k) with match

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Schneider Electric seeks graduates for the Sustainability Leadership Program (SLP), a 2-year rotational program beginning July 2027 in the United States. You will rotate through SE Advisory Services and Sustainability Business across multiple locations including Louisville, Boulder, Nashville, Boston and Dallas.

You’ll develop leadership and technical skills while delivering real environmental impact. Successful candidates have a bachelor’s degree by May 2027, are authorized to work in the U.S.,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher by May 31, 2027 (MBA or Master preferred).
• Willingness to learn across multiple teams and projects.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to drive impact.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; no immigration sponsorship provided.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to SE Advisory Services and Sustainability Business through three 8-month rotations in the 2-year program.
• Develop a range of skills and be fast-tracked through rotations on SEAS teams.
• Learn on the job with a structured development plan for long-term career success.
• Collaborate with specialist teams and leaders across the globe and with program peers.
• Interact with local, regional, and global communities of peers and executives.

Skills

Leadership

Willingness to learn

English fluency

Collaboration

Passion for sustainability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher (MBA/Master)

Job description

The Sustainability Leadership Program (SLP) is a 2-year rotational program opportunity beginning in July 2027 for recent university graduates to gain exposure to the Schneider Electric Advisory Services (SEAS) and Sustainability Business at Schneider Electric.

SE Advisory Services helps organizations solve complex challenges in energy efficiency, sustainability, and technology through electrification, automation, and digitalization. Our integrated approach to strategy and execution is designed to turn ambition into action. Whether it’s building resilience, unlocking efficiency, or embedding sustainability into operations, we’re here to help businesses perform today and transform for tomorrow. We bring global expertise, intelligent software, and deep domain knowledge to solve complex challenges and deliver measurable impact. Learn more here:

This position will be at the core of this global, all-hands effort for our planet and generations to come. Within SE Advisory Services, we are seeking highly motivated, collaborative, forward-thinking graduates with an enthusiasm for Sustainability, Energy Transition & Energy Resilience to join our graduate rotational program.

Program participants will be placed in one of the following locations throughout the duration of the program: Louisville, KY; Boulder, CO; Nashville, TN; Boston, MA; Dallas, TX.

What do you get to do in this position?

• Gain exposure to the Schneider Electric Advisory Services and Sustainability Business, making real business impact through three 8-month rotation placements within the 2-year program
• Develop a variety of skills and be fast-tracked through rotation placements on high-performing SEAS teams
• Learn on the job and through a structured development plan to ensure long term career success, beyond this program
• Collaborate and learn from our specialist teams and leaders across the globe, in addition to program peers and graduates
• Interact with local, regional, and global communities of peers, colleagues, and executives

What qualifications will make you successful?

• Completed a bachelor’s degree or higher program such as MBA or master’s by May 31, 2027
• Preference for Environmental & Sustainability Studies. We will consider other majors where there is demonstrated experience in the energy or sustainability space.
• Willingness to learn a variety of skills and work on projects/assignments on multiple teams
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• A displayed passion to make a difference for the future of our planet
• Ability to speak and read English fluently

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis. The company does not provide immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

What's in it for me?

• Contribute to projects that drive real environmental and social impact for leading organizations
• Develop your career in sustainability with mentorship from industry experts and access to specialized training
• Join a collaborative team that values innovation, integrity, and diverse perspectives
• Flexible work arrangements that support your professional growth and personal well-being

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 68,000 - USD 102,000 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.

Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

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+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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