Sustainability Intern (part time)

Sustainability Internship – Experiential Agency 

 

About Us:

We are an experiential agency that designs and builds exhibits, environments, installations, and immersive brand experiences for live events. Our work spans concept, fabrication, logistics, and execution—and we are committed to integrating more sustainable practices across everything we create. This internship will help shape the early foundation of our new sustainability program and contribute directly to how we operate going forward.
 

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and forward-thinking Sustainability Intern for an 8-week opportunity to help evaluate, document, and elevate our company’s sustainability efforts. This role combines research, operations, data gathering, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic thinking.
 

The intern will work closely with our Operations team to understand existing sustainability initiatives, identify opportunities for improved measurement and reporting, and organize the foundational materials for a company-wide sustainability program. They will also collaborate with other interns (Computer Science/IT, Design, Marketing) to help produce a launch plan and presentation for our new sustainability program.
 

This is an excellent opportunity for students passionate about environmental impact, corporate sustainability, and sustainable practices within the events and experiential industry.
 

Key Responsibilities:

Research & Assessment:

• Conduct an audit of current sustainability initiatives across operations, fabrication, material sourcing, and event execution.
• Benchmark against sustainability practices used in live events, fabrication shops, and experiential design industries.
• Identify areas of opportunity for improved environmental impact, waste reduction, and material efficiency.

Data Documentation & Reporting:

• Collect and organize sustainability-related data, including materials, waste streams, vendor practices, and operational processes.
• Develop clear documentation methods and templates for ongoing sustainability tracking.
• Recommend data strategies that could support long-term environmental metrics (e.g., energy use, recycling rates, materials lifecycle).
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with interns in computer science/IT, design, and marketing to co-create a cohesive sustainability program.
• Provide research-based input to help shape internal communication, branding, program naming, and launch strategies.
• Contribute sustainability expertise to the team’s final presentation and launch proposal.

Program Development Support:

• Assist in defining the framework for a company-wide sustainability program, including goals, pillars, and suggested action steps.
• Help outline internal education materials and employee engagement ideas.
• Identify potential sustainability certifications, industry standards, or external partners that may align with future program goals.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• Strong interest in sustainable design, environmental impact, material lifecycle, or responsible business practices.
• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear and usable formats.
• Comfort working both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary cohort.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to explore creative solutions.

Preferred Skills: (Not Required)

• Familiarity with sustainability frameworks (e.g., LEED, ISO 14001, GHG Protocol, circular economy principles).
• Understanding of materials, fabrication processes, or live event production.
• Experience with data collection or documentation tools (Excel, Airtable, Notion, etc.).
• Interest in storytelling, messaging, or sustainability branding.

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience shaping a real sustainability program from the ground up.
• Exposure to operations, fabrication, and experiential marketing workflows.
• Portfolio-ready documentation and project work.
• Experience collaborating across disciplines (technology, design, marketing).
• Mentorship from operations and sustainability-focused leaders in the industry.

This is an on site position, there is no relocation assistance available

Exhibitus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees