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Sustainability Intern

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

AI generated summary

  • You need a strong interest in sustainability, data management skills, proficiency in Excel and analysis tools, clear communication, and foundational knowledge of climate science and environmental assessment.
  • You will support data collection and analysis for GHG emissions, automate processes, document procedures, respond to inquiries, and contribute to sustainability projects across various disciplines.

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

  • You'll be a key member of the Sustainability team, supporting a wide range of activities, including but not limited to:
  • 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 is to support the delivery of McLaren Racing’s environmental sustainability initiatives, including achieving net-zero by 2040 and progressing towards a circular economy, especially in developing a Circular F1 Car.

Where is the Sustainability Intern role based?

The role is based at the McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) in Woking.

What are the required skills for this position?

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

Is prior knowledge of environmental topics necessary for the internship?

While foundational knowledge of environmental topics is desirable, it is not strictly necessary. A keen interest in environmental sustainability and a willingness to learn are important.

What kind of projects will the intern support?

The intern will support a wide range of sustainability projects, particularly those that leverage data insights to assess impacts in areas like the circular economy, supply chain, logistics, and F1 operations.

Will the intern be involved in data analysis?

Yes, the intern will be involved in cleaning, aggregating, formatting, analyzing, and visualizing environmental data, particularly concerning McLaren Racing's GHG footprint.

Can interns expect to work with advanced data analysis tools?

Yes, while proficiency in basic data management software is essential, familiarity with advanced tools like Alteryx, Google BigQuery, Power BI, and other AI tools is desirable.

How does McLaren promote diversity and inclusion in its workplace?

McLaren actively promotes a culture that values difference and eliminates discrimination, encouraging and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace.

What benefits are offered to interns at McLaren?

Interns can expect a comprehensive package of benefits including private healthcare, car schemes, life insurance, and generous pension contributions.

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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.