Summer Intern - Environmental/Sustainability

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

As a Reworld intern, you will work on projects that have a real impact on sustainability. Students with a genuine interest in developing a career in sustainability, particularly in the waste industry, are encouraged to apply!

What You'll Do

• Support the publication of environmental data to communicate our performance and sustainability information to stakeholders.
• Assist in the analysis and presentation of Reworld’s operational and environmental data.
• Support management of audit findings for facility operations against corporate environmental programs.
• Conduct policy research to support government relations
• Conduct field activities to support community relations teams.
• Have an opportunity to support internal sustainability initiatives such as waste reduction, recycling, and educational events.

Who You Are

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate engineering, science, policy or sustainability degree program with a focus or interest in environmental and sustainability issues
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated analytical skills 
• Ability to multi-task
• Detail-oriented with evidence of creative problem-solving approach
• Strong team player
• Positive attitude coupled with passion & willingness to learn
• Strong general computer skills required, including experience with Excel and PowerPoint

About Reworld’s Internship Program

During your internship, you can expect to:

• Work on meaningful projects that deliver value
• Work with industry experts and gain valuable knowledge, develop new skills, and establish a network of mentors and business contacts.
• Learn all about sustainable waste solutions and our focused service lines.
• Participate in leadership talks, skill building workshops, facility tours, and networking events.

2025 Internship Start Dates and Length

• Tuesday, May 26, 2026
• Monday, June 8, 2026

• Typically, 10 weeks

Pay Rate

Competitive hourly rates

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

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Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.