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McLaren Racing

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Data
    Sustainability

AI generated summary

  • You should have a strong interest in sustainability, data analysis skills, proficiency in Excel and advanced tools, good communication abilities, and foundational knowledge of environmental topics.
  • You will support the Sustainability team by collecting and analyzing environmental data, designing data collection methods, automating processes, and documenting procedures.

Requirements

  • Keen interest in environmental sustainability and appetite to pick up technical knowledge at a fast pace.
  • Experience working with large, complex data sets.
  • Proficiency with data management and analysis software, at minimum Excel.
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills, to support liaising with data owners around McLaren.
  • Clear communication skills, ability to explain complex qualitative information to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Foundational knowledge of environmental topics, particularly climate science.
  • Knowledge of environmental assessment and management techniques, e.g. carbon accounting, life cycle assessment.
  • Proficiency with more advanced data manipulation and analysis tools, e.g. Alteryx, Google BigQuery, Power BI, AI tools.

Responsibilities

  • Supporting the Sustainability team in delivering high-quality data and actionable insights.
  • Liaising with individuals around McLaren Racing to identify & collect environmental data.
  • Working with data for McLaren Racing’s GHG footprint: cleaning, aggregating, formatting, analysing and visualising.
  • Designing new data collection methods including surveys and APIs.
  • Supporting process automation for data processes, particularly GHG emissions calculation, learning and using digital tools (e.g. Alteryx).
  • Supporting Sustainability audit and assurance.
  • Documenting new data processes for internal and external review.
  • Drafting responses to queries relating to sustainability data.
  • Contribute to projects in other sustainability disciplines, particularly leveraging data insights to assess impacts of projects.
  • Areas of focus in the wider Sustainability programme include circular economy, supply chain, logistics and F1 operations.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Sustainability Intern role at McLaren?

The primary focus of the Sustainability Intern role is to support the delivery of McLaren Racing’s environmental sustainability initiatives, particularly in achieving net-zero emissions by 2040 and advancing towards a circular economy.

Where is the McLaren Technology Centre located?

The McLaren Technology Centre is located near Woking.

What kind of projects will the intern be involved in?

The intern will be involved in a range of projects that support the Sustainability team, including sustainability data and insights, and broader sustainability projects in areas such as circular economy, supply chain, logistics, and F1 operations.

What skills are essential for the Sustainability Intern position?

Essential skills include a keen interest in environmental sustainability, experience working with large data sets, proficiency in data management and analysis software (at minimum Excel), strong interpersonal skills, and clear communication abilities.

Are there any desirable qualifications for this role?

Desirable qualifications include foundational knowledge of environmental topics (particularly climate science), knowledge of environmental assessment and management techniques (such as carbon accounting), and proficiency with advanced data manipulation and analysis tools (e.g., Alteryx, Google BigQuery, Power BI).

What opportunities for professional development does the position offer?

The position offers opportunities to gain technical knowledge in environmental sustainability, work on impactful projects, and develop data management and analysis skills in a high-performance environment.

What kind of benefits does McLaren Racing offer?

McLaren Racing offers a comprehensive package of benefits including private healthcare, car schemes, life insurance, generous pension contributions, and access to facilities like a gym and restaurant at the McLaren Technology Centre.

What is the work schedule for the Sustainability Intern?

The Sustainability Intern will work in a hybrid format, with three days a week based at the McLaren Technology Centre, allowing for some flexibility in working hours.

How does McLaren Racing support diversity and inclusion?

McLaren Racing actively promotes a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to eliminate discrimination in the workplace.

What is the overall mission of McLaren Racing?

The overall mission of McLaren Racing is to set the standard for high performance in sport and to strive continuously for improvement, while also prioritizing sustainability initiatives.

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1963
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Mission & Purpose

McLaren Racing was founded by racing driver Bruce McLaren in 1963. The team entered its first Formula 1 race in 1966. McLaren has since won 20 Formula 1 world championships, 183 Formula 1 grands prix, the Indianapolis 500 three times, and the Le Mans 24 Hours at its first attempt. McLaren Racing competes across five racing series. In 2024, the team competes in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship with McLaren F1 drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. In 2024, Arrow McLaren will compete in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES with Arrow McLaren drivers Pato O’Ward, Alexander Rossi and David Malukas, the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship with NEOM McLaren Formula E Team drivers Sam Bird and Jake Hughes, and the Extreme E Championship with NEOM McLaren Extreme E Team drivers Cristina Gutiérrez and Mattias Ekström. The team also competes in the F1 Esports Pro Championship as McLaren Shadow, having won the 2022 Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championships. McLaren is a champion for sustainability in the sport and a signatory to the UN Sports for Climate Action Commitment. It is committed to achieving net zero by 2040 and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture in the motorsport industry.