Posted in Other 30+ days ago.
Type: Full Time
Tracking Code
2021K
Job Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Sustainability Intern supports identification and execution of divisional and corporate, sustainability and social responsibility opportunities.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION
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Refine comprehensive list of active 2021 Sustainability initiatives for the division to include, progress updates and next steps.
- Develop a baseline for water usage in the Salad Plants, and work with VA Plants to identify and quantify projects to reduce that usage.
- Liaison with Corporate Sustainability staff to support 2021 corporate-wide sustainability campaigns; by sharing divisional updates, content and images. Assist with developing content for the next corporate sustainability report.
- Develop a weekly Tracker to report the divisions veg/salad donations to charitable organizations. Present the Tracker in weekly S&OP meeting.
- Explore zero waste options for Monterey office and provide recommendations to execute.
- Gather and analyze data needed in preparation for customer's annual sustainability surveys.
- Other activities assigned as time permits.
INTERNSHIP TYPE
- 2021 12-week summer internship.
- Paid internship.
- No housing assistance provided.
Required Skills
SKILLS
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Knowledge and proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment
- Demonstrated passion for Sustainability and forward progress
- The confidence and flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Creative thinking skills
- Valid driver's license
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear.
- Ability to maneuver around an array of equipment, bend, stoop, climb stairs, climb on and off harvesting or plant equipment, lift up to 15 pounds (including overhead)
- Ability to work in various weather conditions
- Ability to walk on uneven ground
- Ability to work for short periods in a cold environment (35 - 40 degrees)
- Ability to speak Spanish is helpful
WORK HOUR REQUIREMENT
- 40-hour workweek, no overtime expected
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Periodic travel to and from fields, Salinas offices and Soledad processing facility; mileage will be reimbursed (the Sustainability Intern will need to have a car and valid driver's license).
Required Experience
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
- Fall 2021 Junior or Senior majoring in Sustainability, Environmental Sciences or related field.
EEO STATEMENT: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
Job Location
Monterey, California, United States
Position Type
Intern
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