Sustainability Project Intern

Southwire • Huntersville, NC

91d • $20 - $23

About The Position

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. The purpose of Southwire's College Programs is to provide valuable experience to students pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher. Our goal is to give students meaningful work that builds on what they are learning in the classroom. Our programs are project based. Students will receive a project at the beginning of the summer and present it in our project expo at the end of the summer. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to develop innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible?

Requirements

• Minimum 2.5 GPA.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Environmental Science/Sustainability Studies.
• A self-starter who is able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A passion for sustainability and a desire to contribute to environmental goals.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Strong organization, planning, and analytical skills with the ability to work with data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or other relevant tools.

Responsibilities

• Your intern assignment is generally 10-12 weeks, and co-op assignment is generally 16-18 weeks and will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work.
• Collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational leaders.
• Provide a robust developmental experience through an immersive onboarding and offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and community service/volunteer initiatives.
• Impact the future of the organization while being exposed to a world-class program community.
• Assist in achieving a 200 MWh annual energy avoidance KPI at the Huntersville facility.
• Collect and analyze energy usage data from various plant operations and equipment.
• Assist in the development and implementation of energy efficiency projects.
• Participate in energy treasure hunts and audits to identify leaks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for behavioral changes.
• Research and present on new technologies, best practices, and innovative solutions for energy conservation.
• Create reports and presentations to track project progress and quantify energy savings.
• Collaborate with plant engineers, operations teams, and other stakeholders.

Benefits

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Flexible Work Schedules

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree