Supply Chain Sustainability Intern 2027

Introduction We’re looking for a motivated college student to join the Chief Sustainability Office as a Supply Chain Sustainability Intern. This internship offers a unique opportunity to explore how emerging regulations, supplier engagement strategies, and circular supply chain initiatives are shaping business decisions across global supply chains.

Your Role And Responsibilities As a Supply Chain Sustainability Intern, you will:

• Research emerging sustainability disclosure requirements (e.g., CSRD) and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation, and assess potential impacts on IBM’s supply chain, operations, and supplier engagement programs.
• Assess circular supply chain opportunities and develop recommendations to support business value, supply chain resilience, and regulatory readiness.
• Use AI-powered tools and IBM technologies (including Client Zero, watsonx, and other analytics platforms) to analyze sustainability data.
• Participate in cross-functional projects that align sustainability goals with business value creation.
• Attend internal forums and stakeholder discussions to observe strategic partnership development and sustainability innovation in action.

Preferred Education Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program (Engineering, Materials Science, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Supply Chain, or a related field).
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with a passion for data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to understand and analyze technical concepts related to manufacturing processes, material flows, recycling systems, and supply chains.
• Interest in sustainability, environmental responsibility, and ethical business practices.
• Experience or interest in using AI, automation, and data visualization tools to drive insights and efficiency.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Highly organized with a proactive mindset and eagerness to learn.

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience No preferred qualifications specified