Sustainability Strategy - Intern - Summer 2027

PwC; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC is seeking a Sustainability Strategy Intern to assist in guiding clients toward sustainable growth and ESG reporting. You will learn within the Advisory practice, supporting strategy, operations, technology, and risk management across sustainability initiatives.

The role emphasizes learning, exposure to PwC practices, and contributing to projects on enterprise-wide sustainability value and ESG topics. Travel up to 20% applies as part of client work and program design.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or completed a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Economics, Economics, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, or Sustainable Resource Management.
• At least a 3.0 overall GPA.
• Interns typically join in winter/spring or summer prior to graduation.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teams in sustainability strategy development and implementation
• Participating in projects focused on ESG topics
• Conducting research on sustainability frameworks and metrics to enhance reporting accuracy
• Observing and learning from experienced professionals in sustainability
• Assisting in the analysis of carbon accounting and carbon footprint data
• Engaging in climate change adaptation program design and evaluation
• Collaborating on climate finance initiatives to support mitigation and adaptation actions
• Contributing to the development of sustainability governance strategies
• Gathering information to analyze climate change impacts and risks
• Applying a learning mindset to understand sustainability practices and methodologies

Skills

Data analysis

AI to create efficiencies

Sustainability frameworks

Climate finance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Economics/Economics/Environmental Engineering/Environmental Management/Environmental Science/Sustainable Resource Management

Job description

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Intern/Trainee

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Sustainability Strategy Intern, you will engage with clients to support their journey towards sustainable growth and competitive advantage in today’s dynamic market. Within our Advisory practice, you will be part of a team that guides clients through strategy, operations, technology, and risk management, helping them achieve their sustainability goals. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to projects that focus on enterprise-wide sustainability value and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) topics, addressing frameworks, metrics, and reporting considerations.

As an Intern, you will focus on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's practices, supporting teams with basic tasks and conducting research. You will observe professional work environments and participate in projects, applying a learning mindset and taking ownership of your development. This role encourages you to appreciate diverse perspectives, actively listen, and clearly express ideas, while gathering information from various sources to analyze facts and discern patterns.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to PwC's mission of enhancing trust and confidence in sustainability information. You will be encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team's success.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teams in sustainability strategy development and implementation
• Participating in projects focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) topics
• Conducting research on sustainability frameworks and metrics to enhance reporting accuracy
• Observing and learning from experienced professionals in the field of sustainability
• Assisting in the analysis of carbon accounting and carbon footprint data
• Engaging in climate change adaptation program design and evaluation
• Collaborating on climate finance initiatives to support mitigation and adaptation actions
• Contributing to the development of sustainability governance strategies
• Gathering information to analyze climate change impacts and risks
• Applying a learning mindset to understand sustainability practices and methodologies

What You Must Have

• Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: Environmental Economics, Economics, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Sustainable Resource Management
• At least a 3.0 overall GPA
• Client service intern positions are entry-level and job seekers are traditionally either in their 3rd year of a 4 year degree program or in the 4th year of a 5 year program. Client service interns typically join us during the winter/spring or summer prior to their intended graduation year.

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for a 3.3 overall GPA
• Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
• Demonstrating knowledge in carbon accounting and carbon footprint measurement
• Participating in climate change adaptation program design
• Engaging in sustainability governance and environmental policy drafting
• Applying data analysis skills to sustainability projects
• Supporting teams with climate finance and energy transition initiatives

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Job Posting End Date

September 21, 2026

The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.

As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

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