Sustainability Intern (Summer 2024)

Sustainability Intern (Summer 2024)
The Company
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We're a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America's Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today's leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you'll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
If you're ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!
Job Description
This intern will assist in the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of programs and software systems that support Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) excellence. Contribute towards a culture of proactivity, accountability, engagement, and sustainability through robust programs and processes with the primary goal of reducing loss and liability throughout the company. In this internship, you will have the opportunity to get hands-on experience and training with data collection, facility project exposure, ESG reporting frameworks, sustainability reports, and key stakeholder relationships.
This position will be onsite in our Milwaukee, WI Headquarters.
Key Accountabilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of sustainability programs, policies, and initiatives.
• Collect and analyze data related to water usage, energy consumption, waste generation, and greenhouse gas emissions.
• Support sustainability reporting efforts, including data collection, analysis, and preparation of reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improving resource efficiency and reducing environmental impacts.
• Assist with the creation and management of a SharePoint page for centralizing sustainability data, documents, and resources

Qualifications/Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in sustainability, environmental science, engineering, business, or a related field.
• Strong passion for sustainability and environmental stewardship, with a desire to make a positive impact.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Previous experience or coursework in sustainability, environmental management, or related fields is preferred but not required.

Capabilities and Success Factors

• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Business Insight - Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 Weeks Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran