2025 Summer Grad Intern: Global Responsibility

Walmart

3mo ago

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Research & Development
Sustainability
Bentonville

AI generated summary

You must be enrolled in a graduate program graduating Dec 2025-Aug 2026, have 0-2 years of relevant experience, strong communication, data skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
You will conduct research and data analysis on sustainability, ESG, and philanthropy, collaborate with teams, present findings, and lead a project to impact Walmart’s global responsibility strategies.

Requirements

Must be actively enrolled in a Graduate degree program.
Expected graduation date between December 2025-August 2026.
0-2 years of full-time relevant experience.
Preferred: 1-2 year(s) of previous experience working in business, sustainability, public policy, or social impact in either a full-time or part-time capacity or has held previous internship(s).
Ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Strong data analysis and visualization skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Strong time-management skills.
Willingness to relocate to Walmart's Home Office Hub (Bentonville, AR) after graduation.

Responsibilities

Have an opportunity to benefit from leadership development, professional mentorship, and technical training in one or more functional areas including Sustainability, Philanthropy, Environmental, and Social & Governance (ESG).
Be exposed to the vision, mission, and strategic objectives of our Global Responsibility function as well as our larger Walmart/Sam's Club business strategy and operations.
Learn about numerous sustainability, ESG, and Philanthropic initiatives and the various roles within Global Responsibility.
Work alongside various internal teams (sustainability, philanthropy, ESG) to coordinate initiatives and ensure consistent communication around global responsibility efforts.
Take initiative, remain bold in their ideas and actively participate in all discussions.
Conduct internal and external research, benchmarking, and data analysis as appropriate.
Partner with other associates across teams/functions to identify solutions and present recommendations.
Build their network of Global Responsibility professionals across the enterprise and receive direct exposure to several Global Responsibility leaders, including the Chief Sustainability Officer, President of the Walmart Foundation, and VPs of various business segments, and exclusive exposure to the Global Responsibility Leadership Team.
Receive support and guidance from a host of individuals including mentors and a dedicated Program Manager who will host cohort-specific professional and social events and learning opportunities for the Global Responsibility intern.
Create life-long relationships with other interns through company-wide events sponsored by the Corporate Intern Program. i.e. Community Volunteering, Distribution Center Tours, Store Tours, Community Events, and our annual softball game against the executives. These activities allow you to learn more about Walmart and socialize with interns from across the company.
Present findings and recommendations to senior leaders and contribute to internal discussions on shaping Walmart's future global responsibility strategies and current programmatic outcomes.
Analyze programmatic reports from grant investments to identify trends, measuring the effectiveness of grant-making, and assess long-term social impact.
Conduct desk research on how needs in different fields may be evolving.
Synthesize insights and produce reports that highlight key performance indicators (KPIs) for strategic philanthropy programs.
Support the development of dashboards and data visualizations to track and communicate the impact of philanthropic investments to internal stakeholders.
Assist the strategic philanthropy team in refining the grant-making process by identifying gaps in data collection, reporting, and evaluation methods.
Propose recommendations for improving program monitoring, evaluation frameworks, and impact reporting mechanisms.
Assist the sustainability team in analyzing data related to Walmart's waste management practices, including waste reduction and recycling efforts.
Conduct research and data analysis to help quantify Walmart's progress in broader sustainability efforts footprint, through waste management, supply chain sustainability, and renewable energy initiatives.
Work with cross-functional teams to explore innovative sustainability practices and assess their potential impact on Walmart's overall sustainability goals.
Collaborate with the ESG team to gather, analyze, and interpret data relevant to Walmart's environmental, social, and governance initiatives.
Conduct benchmarking on key ESG metrics that will help the ESG team prioritize issue strategies for the following year.
Assist in developing training materials on Walmart's ESG approach for internal subject matters experts.
Lead a specific project focused on either sustainability, ESG, or philanthropy, based on team needs.
Conduct in-depth research on emerging trends in corporate social responsibility, sustainability, or philanthropy that could inform Walmart's future strategy.
Present the outcomes of the project to leadership at the end of the internship, showcasing the impact of the work completed.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Global Responsibility internship?

The internship lasts for 11 weeks during the summer of 2025.

What is the location of the internship?

The internship is based in Bentonville, AR, at Walmart's Home Office Hub.

Who is eligible to apply for the internship?

Graduate-level students who are expected to graduate between December 2025 and August 2026 are eligible to apply.

Is the internship paid?

Yes, the internship is a paid position.

What type of projects will interns work on?

Interns may work on projects related to stakeholder engagement, data analysis and impact reporting, sustainability research, ESG strategy and metrics support, and special projects.

Will interns receive mentorship during the program?

Yes, interns will receive mentorship from seasoned professionals and support from a dedicated Program Manager.

Are there opportunities for networking with Walmart leaders?

Yes, interns will have the opportunity to network with Global Responsibility professionals and gain direct exposure to leadership, including the Chief Sustainability Officer and the President of the Walmart Foundation.

What qualifications are preferred for the internship?

Preferred qualifications include majors in Environmental Management, Public Administration, Sustainability Management, Public Policy, Environmental Science and Management, Data Science, Philanthropic Studies, or related programs. Experience in business, sustainability, public policy, or social impact is also preferred.

Are housing and relocation benefits provided?

Yes, Walmart offers housing and relocation benefits to interns who meet the qualification criteria.

Is sponsorship required for employment after the internship?

No, a successful candidate will not require sponsorship from Walmart for authorization to work now or in the future.

Walmart

https://www.walmart.com/

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1962

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sixty years ago, Sam Walton started a single mom-and-pop shop and transformed it into the world’s biggest retailer. Since those founding days, one thing has remained consistent: our commitment to helping our customers save money so they can live better. Today, we’re reinventing the shopping experience and our associates are at the heart of it. When you join our Walmart family of brands (Sam's Club, Bonobos, Moosejaw and many more!), you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the future of retail, improving millions of lives around the world. We are ecstatic to have been named a Great Place to Work® Certified May 2023 – May 2024, Disability: IN 2023 Best Places to Work, and Fast Company 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators 2023. This is that place where your passions meet purpose. Join our family and build a career you’re proud of.