Summer Associate - Strategy Operations (Graduate Student)

CLP Circular Services • New York, NY

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Working directly with the Director of Strategic Operations, this role offers a high-impact opportunity for a graduate-level candidate to apply strategic thinking and analytical skills within the recycling and sustainable materials management industry. This role sits at the intersection of corporate strategy and operational execution, and the associate will contribute to cross-functional projects and address critical business challenges and strategic initiatives across Circular Services.

Requirements

• Current graduate student (MBA or master’s program in business, engineering, environmental management, sustainability, or related field)
• 3+ years of prior professional experience in consulting, finance, operations, or a related field
• Exceptional analytical, financial modeling, and quantitative problem-solving skills
• Strong project management capabilities with demonstrated leadership experience
• Excellent executive communication and presentation abilities
• Proficiency in advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools
• Passion for sustainability, circular economy principles, and environmental solutions

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in sustainability, renewable energy, or related industries preferred

Responsibilities

• Spearhead automation of facility-wide KPI tracking and performance dashboards to identify operational efficiencies and strategic opportunities
• Develop financial analyses to evaluate facility upgrades and improve material recovery
• Build and refine KPI tracking tools, dashboards, and performance reporting (Excel, Power BI/Tableau)
• Participate in on-site due diligence of potential acquisitions, developing strategic recommendations and supporting financial modeling efforts
• Support RFP responses, including pricing models, analytics, and narrative development
• Support workflow optimization, documentation, and cross-functional coordination
• Create executive-level presentations and recommendations for leadership

Benefits

• Drive measurable business outcomes with direct P&L impact
• Gain hands-on experience in circular economy business models
• Develop expertise in a high-growth area of environmental services
• Experience working across corporate and field teams on real business challenges
• Mentorship from experienced operators and strategic leaders
• Build a strong foundation for potential full-time opportunities following graduation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees