Company

Cox Enterprises

Business Operations

Intern - Functional

Individual ContributorHybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

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Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $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.

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.

Don’t miss out on the first steps toward your future. Apply today! 

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.As our primary divisions Cox Automotive and Cox Communications drive new waves of innovation, Cox Enterprises is entering spaces like cleantech, healthcare, esports and more. We're a family business guided by a legacy of bold innovation that’s driven by those who want to make their mark. 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. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

 

 

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