Summary

‍The Sustainability Intern will assist in the development and support of our company environmental goals. The intern will gain valuable experience in Zero Waste, sustainability reporting and fan engagement while contributing to meaningful projects that advance our sustainability initiatives. The intern will contribute to the planning and execution of our FIFA 2026 Sustainability Plan.

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Essential Duties and Responsibibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist with the execution of the Zero Waste Plan at Training Camp
• Coordinate and assist with asset disposal for Lumen Field and the Virginia Mason Athletic Center
• Oversee data collection and reporting for energy, water and waste for Lumen Field and Virginia Mason Athletic Center
• Research innovations in Zero Waste, energy and water reduction in sports and entertainment and advise on methods to implement into the organizational strategy
• Develop a sustainability fan engagement program that includes working with our community and corporate partners
• Participate in the ongoing development of the FIFA 2026 sustainability planning including participation in the local collaboration group
• Attend webinars that are appropriate to the venue and the development of the initiatives for the organization
• Support collaboration with the NFL, MLS, NWLS and FIFA in support of respective league initiatives and events

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Education and Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Be currently enrolled as a junior, senior or recent graduate (within 6 months) from a college or university. Graduate school students are eligible to apply as well
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Expertise with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Publisher, Excel and PowerPoint
• Attention to detail and quality

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Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is: $22.75.

The hourly rate applies to the current posting. The posted hourly rate may vary based on key factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related knowledge, experience and skill set.

‍All internships are hourly, paid positions. Interns are responsible for their own housing, travel, and relocation expenses. A background check will be conducted prior to employment start date.

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Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee may need to lift 10 pounds or more
• At times, this job may require many hours of sitting, standing and walking including events and on gameday

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Work Environment

‍The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Timeframe

• July 2025 – July 2026
• This position works 30 hours per week on average

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Applicant Must

• Be currently enrolled as a junior, senior or recent graduate (within 6 months) from a college or university. Graduate school students are eligible
• Have authorization to work in the United States
• Be able to work 30 hours per week as well as game day/nights, weekends and other various events

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Selection Process

‍Final applicants will be contacted and invited to participate in our virtual interview process starting in April

‍NOTE: Due to the large volume of applicants that apply, we ask that you do not contact us during this process.‍

‍Applicants must include:

• Current resume
• Cover letter
• Answer the questions