• Job Description

  Req#: R202556532

  Company

  Cox Enterprises

  Job Family Group

  Business Operations

  Job Profile

  Intern – Functional

  Management Level

  Individual Contributor

  Flexible Work Option

  Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

  Travel %

  Yes, 15% of the time

  Work Shift

  Day

  Compensation

  Hourly base pay rate is $21.49 - $32.26/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.

  Job Description

  Cox Enterprises is hiring an Environmental Sustainability Intern – Waste & Recycling to join our team! The Waste & Recycling Intern will work closely with the Cox Conserves Recycling & Waste Diversion team and collaborate with others across the organization to support enterprise-wide waste and recycling operations. The intern will assist with many functions of the team, including working with internal and external partners to develop, implement, and optimize waste reduction and diversion activities, facilitate data collection and verification efforts, and represent Cox’s waste strategy and achievements both within and outside the organization.

  This role will support Cox in maintaining its status as a certified zero waste business and making progress on newly developed waste and recycling targets.

  What You’ll Do:

  • Operational & Strategic Support: Work closely with Cox Conserves and other cross-functional groups to support enterprise-wide waste and recycling operations and strategic programmatic development
  • Data Collection & Verification: Support the collection and verification of waste data for hundreds of locations across the Cox family of businesses
  • Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with other team members across the organization to keep sustainability and zero waste at the forefront of Cox’s company culture
  • Other Duties: The intern may have other duties as assigned

  Who You Are:

  • Pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in environmental science, sustainability, or a related field
  • Passion for resource conservation and an interest in environmental sustainability
  • Understanding of organizational sustainability and stakeholder engagement practices
  • Familiarity with zero waste management and principles
  • Experience with Microsoft 365 apps and services such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • LEED, SWANA, TRUE, ISSP, or similar certifications
  • Strong operational and project management abilities
  • Good communication 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 15-25% travel to various business locations and external engagements.

  Intern/Co-Op sessions are considered temporary employment. No full-time employment commitments are made. However, depending on our business needs, some interns may be considered for a full-time position following the conclusion of the session conditioned upon the intern graduating from their academic program and being available to commence full-time employment at a specified time.

  Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

  Benefits

  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.

  About Us

  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.

  Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

  
  

• About the company

  Cox Communications, Inc. is an American digital cable television provider, telecommunications and home automation services.

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