The WM Recycle Corps collegiate intern program is designed for a diverse group of energetic, responsible and communicative college students interested in a hands-on job training experience in the field of recycling education and community outreach.

This fast-paced ten-week internship will teach 14 college students the latest strategies in engaging the public and businesses in waste reduction and recycling behavior change. This position provides an opportunity to work with over 20 communities within the Puget Sound. We are seeking a diverse group of applicants, from all cultures and communities, to best connect with the businesses and residents of this region.

WM Recycle Corps interns represent the company in various public venues and on a variety of outreach projects. Interns will assist with door to door and phone based education campaigns for businesses and multifamily communities and staff educations booths at community festivals.

The Recycle Corps program is committed to racial equity and cultural responsiveness in its services to clients, in our workforce composition and practices, and in our organizational culture. While still seeking to improve our demonstration of this commitment, candidates should know that racial equity and cultural responsiveness are cornerstones of our commitment to all communities in the region.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Individual must be able to perform the following essential duties. Other minor duties may be assigned and may vary by location
• Willing and able to learn the recycling and composting business and then share that knowledge with the public
• Work with businesses, property managers and the public, one-on-one, to provide information and resources that promote recycling, composting and waste reduction
• Educate the general public at community events by answering questions about WM recycling and composting programs and services
• Work efficiently while maintaining attention to detail
• Able to adapt to changing situations while remaining positive
• Demonstrated communication, customer service and teamwork skills
• Work effectively in a diverse, collaborative team environment, while promoting inclusion and cultural responsiveness
• Demonstrated commitment to racial equity, with experience in racially diverse settings or working with diverse communities

Program Overview

• This is a paid internship, full-time (40 hours/week), with opportunities for overtime
• Internship hours rotate between Monday-Friday (1st week), Tuesday – Saturday and Wednesday – Sunday schedules
• Eligible candidates MUST be able to start Monday, June 19, 2017 and work all 10 weeks.
• Some shifts start at 8:00 am, and others will start in the afternoon. On occasion, shifts will begin at 5 a.m., and other shifts will end at 11 p.m.
• The program’s focus is split between outreach campaigns (70%) and staffing the WM recycling booth at community events (30%)
• WM Recycle Corps Headquarters is located in Kirkland, WA
• Recycle Corps interns will be provided with WM polo shirts, name tags and safety vests to wear as part of the required dress code

• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. on a full-time, permanent basis
• Must be available to participate in the internship from start to finish: 6/19 - 8/25/2017
• Must be enrolled as a college student in the fall of 2017
• Must have a cell phone available for emergency use
• Must possess an insured and reliable vehicle, and be able to travel to and from Kirkland and locations throughout King, Snohomish, and Skagit counties
• Fluency in Spanish, Chinese or Korean is preferred
• Able to transport outreach materials and equipment (tables, storage totes, chairs, tent, etc.)
• Able to effectively communicate with WM staff and customers in person and on the phone
• Able to work independently with assigned team members
• Capable of lifting 30 pounds

Waste Management, a Fortune 250 company, partners with communities to provide disposal and recycling solutions that create clean, renewable energy.