Sustainability Intern Job at Humanscale, New York, NY

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  • Humanscale
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Company Overview

Humanscale is the premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work. Our award-winning office products –seating, sit/stand desks, technology support and lighting – have led the industry in performance and simplicity for over 35 years.

Overview

Humanscale aims to create beautiful products and protect the earth at the same time. We hold ourselves to this challenge and measure the results in practice. The Sustainability Intern will have the opportunity to play a key role in helping us assess the sustainability of our products. The individual will lead initiatives in the area of materials assessment, Life Cycle Assessment, and communicating the attributes of our products.

Responsibilities

  • Project management of 2-3 short projects
  • Research materials used in manufacturing Humanscale products
  • Communicate with vendors and materials suppliers to gather necessary information
  • Document and manage information received
  • Create product profiles to make product information available

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of and passion for Sustainability
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Basic understanding of Life Cycle Assessment
  • Understanding of mass production materials, such as metals and plastics
  • Minimum two (2) years into Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design or Materials Science curriculum.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with any CAD software a plus

Humanscale is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Disabled/Veteran)

Hourly Rate: $18.00

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline. Humanscale considers other factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market location and business considerations when extending an offer.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Work experience placement, Internship,

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