North America Sustainability Intern

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Atlanta

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

January 31, 2025

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

The Coca-Cola’s Summer Internship program is a 10-week experience at our headquarters in Atlanta, GA. The Sustainability Intern will be part of the NAOU Sustainability Team and responsible for assisting in driving the NAOU Sustainability strategy in the arears of climate, packaging, and water. Strategy includes, but not limited to, projects that have touch points with Regional Public Affairs (Regional Lobbying), Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Federal Government Relations, and Political Engagement (PPGR) and Stakeholders & Social Impact Management (SSIM). The work of sustainability covers the United States and Canada. 
Function Related Activities/Key Responsibilities:

• Report Design management and contribute to annual planning through idea generation. 

• Assist in the development and implementation of sustainability projects and initiatives. 

• Conduct research on industry trends, best practices, and innovative solutions in sustainability. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the integration of sustainability into business operations. 

• Analyze data and prepare reports on sustainability performance and progress. 

• Participate in internal and external sustainability events and activities.

Education Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Environment Sustainability or Science, Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Water Sustainability, Climate Science, or related field of study and not graduating before December 2025. 

Related Work Experience:

• Previous internship or industrial experience preferred, but not necessary.  ​

Functional Skills:

• Adaptability to a diverse environment of thinkers.

• Leadership and Organizational Management

• Analytical and Critical Thinking  

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills 

Technical Skills:

• Environmental Knowledge: Understanding of sustainability principles, climate change, renewable energy, and resource conservation.

• Data Analysis: Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze environmental and sustainability data.

• Research Skills: Experience conducting research on sustainability initiatives, best practices, or environmental policies.

• Project Management: Basic knowledge of planning, organizing, and managing tasks related to sustainability projects.

• Technical Tools: Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Excel, GIS, or sustainability tracking software.

Monthly Salary: $4,506

Skills:

Adaptability, Collaboration, Communication, Data Analysis, Leadership, Problem Solving, Project Management, Researching

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

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