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Intern - Sustainability (Remote)

Req ID:  8423
Remote Opportunities:  Remote

We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come… for our customers, our communities, and our planet. 
 
Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.  
 
We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location-aware applications. 

 

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Job Summary

Program Overview 

Are you a driven and talented individual looking for the place to do your best work while developing into an impactful leader? Look no further than the Acuity Brands Internship Program! 

The Acuity Brands Internship Program is a 10–12-week experience (May – August, 40 hours/week) designed to develop high-potential candidates into marketing leaders through hands-on experiences that connect interns’ strengths and interests with the needs of the business.  

In addition to making an impact through your participation in key projects and transformative processes, you will have an opportunity to mentor and network with leaders throughout Acuity Brands.  

It is preferred for interns to only have one or two semesters left in their degree program, so they can be considered for our Leadership Program immediately following the completion of the internship. Our Leadership Program is a full-time, entry level rotational program that allows recent graduates to explore different areas within a functional area. These experiences allow young talent to grow their skill set and network within the company while figuring out what they are passionate about early on in their careers.  

Work Flexibility 

Remote 
This opportunity is considered fully remote. This means that you can work from practically anywhere! If you happen to be in Georgia, we can arrange 1 day per week on-site for co-located work and better exposure.
 

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

While specific projects and activities vary during your internship, you can expect to: 

  • Focus on ESG reporting. 
  • Deep dive on the Carbon Disclosure Project, which is undergoing a significant expansion in reporting requirements in 2024 compared with 2023. 
  • Help us fully understand the changes, what new information is being requested of us, and our ability to respond to the expanded topics. 
  • Gain executive exposure as we discuss options and make recommendations for the company. 
  • May also include additional work on ESG Data Excellence, TBD 
     

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Education (minimum education required) 

  • Some College 

Preferred Education 

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Health, Business, or a related field. 

Experience (minimum experience required) 

In addition to pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university, qualified interns will have: 

Relevant internship or project experience

  • A minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven problem-solving capabilities
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills
  • Experience leading teams or organizations

Physical Requirements

  • Sedentary Work

Travel Requirements

  • 1-20%

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity organization.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnic or national origin, disability, pregnancy, and religion.

 

Any unsolicited resume submitted to Acuity Brands by a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Brands mailing address, fax machine, or email address, directly to Acuity Brands employees or to the Acuity Brands resume database, shall be deemed the property of Acuity Brands. Acuity Brands will NOT pay a fee for any hiring resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

 

Any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume will be deemed by Acuity Brands to have been referred by the Agency free of charge or fee. This includes any agency that is an approved/contracted provider but does not have the proper approvals to participate in a search.


Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
Job Segment: Machinist, Sustainability, Intern, Database, Manufacturing, Energy, Entry Level, Technology

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