ABOUT TERRACYCLE:
Operating in over 20 countries, TerraCycle (terracycle.com) is the world leader in the recycling of generally non-recyclable waste such as energy bar wrappers, toothbrushes and toothpaste tubes, diaper packaging, and cigarette butts. We create and administer collection and solution systems for waste that would otherwise be sent to landfill or incineration. TerraCycle has over 100,000 voluntary collection locations in the US including schools, offices, homes, community groups and other various organizations. TerraCycle then turns collected waste into a wide variety of products and materials such as plastic pallets, composite decking and railroad ties.
Major manufacturers contract with TerraCycle to subsidize the cost of collecting and recycling their waste (e.g. Clif for energy bar wrappers, Colgate for Oral Care), and we offer a full marketing and promotion platform to engage volunteer collectors and promote the programs to generate recognition for the sponsoring brands. Our company is headquartered in Trenton, NJ, 10 miles from Princeton and +/- hour from New York and Philadelphia (respectively).
TerraCycle was founded in 2001 by Tom Szaky (then a 20-year-old Princeton University freshman) whose vision has become one of the fastest-growing green companies in the world. See http://www.shft.com/watching/the-big-shft-tom-szaky-terracycle-ceo/
NUTS AND BOLTS:
While TerraCycle internships are unpaid, they offer many educational components. Our interns are largely comprised of undergraduate students, though graduate students often join us for a summer. The environment is dynamic and highly energized. A benefit of TerraCycle’s eco-focus is that some schools (including Princeton University) provide a stipend or course credit for their students to work at TerraCycle. Please check with your school if they can provide support.
The internship is located at our graffiti-covered headquarters in Trenton, NJ. The preferred duration of the internship is 9 – 12 weeks. Interns need to bring their own laptops to the office. We offer a bountiful buffet-style lunch every day (1 free lunch for interns per week with potentially 1 free additional lunch earned through company-wide “green” initiative program) and encourage interns to attend regular company events. Students receive executive direction and guidance, including career advice, if requested.
All interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to their department of interest with the subject line “Internship Application”.
As each team (and country) handles internship recruiting independently, we ask that you please let us know if you are applying to multiple department’s internships so then we can help you navigate opportunities. Interested candidates can also apply for an internship in our international offices in Canada, Mexico (fluency in Spanish required), Brazil (fluency in Portuguese required), UK, Australia, or Japan (Japanese proficiency required) at their own expense.
SPECIAL PROJECTS
TerraCycle is presently creating a recycling database to give consumers an easy to use, reliable, and globally relevant tool for recycling all products and packaging anywhere in the world. All interns will spend some time assisting and contributing to this exciting project.
Interns who feel comfortable conversing in Spanish and French will also be encouraged to work on special projects for TerraCycle Mexico and Canada (from the US office).
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP
TerraCycle’s Business Development department establishes partnerships with Fortune 500 companies and some of the largest brands in the world. Business Development Interns contact mine, build and manage the Business Development pipeline, and help deliver client-specific presentations to potential new partners.
Candice Lawton: candice.lawton@terracycle.com
PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERNSHIP
The Public Relations department interacts with the media to pitch the TerraCycle story, promotions and events. Interns work with department members to fine-tune writing skills and learn pitching to TV, blogs, websites, newspapers and magazines.
Lauren Taylor: lauren.taylor@terracycle.com
SOCIAL MEDIA & MARKETING INTERNSHIP
Social Media & Marketing focuses on consumer engagement to promote our recycling programs, connect with our fan base, and spread awareness of the TerraCycle mission. Marketing Interns are involved in drafting social media messages, e-blast communication, tracking and analysis, content creation, social media management, blog management and much more.
Shifra Pfister: shifra.pfister@terracycle.com
EXECUTIVE TEAM INTERNSHIP
The Executive department manages the company structure, administration and financing. Interns will lead research projects and explore strategic initiatives with the Executive Department that may be implemented in the US or internationally, including employee benefit and engagement initiatives, analyses of potential partners and competitors, and CEO-driven projects.
Liana Scobie: liana.scobie@terracycle.com
BRAND PARTNERSHIP INTERNSHIP
Account Managers serve as the key liaisons between TerraCycle and our brand partners. Brand Partnerships Interns support the brand-sponsored programs, aiding Account Managers in fulfilling contractual commitments and driving program growth by developing presentations, researching industry topics and statistics, compiling creative ideas, planning social media strategies, email marketing campaigns, retail promotions, and product concepts.
Stephanie Moses: stephanie.moses@terracycle.com
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP
Program Development works with the Brand Partnership team to grow the relationship with existing TerraCycle brand partners. Program Development strategizes and packages unique proposals for Account Managers to engage with our brand partners across the globe in innovative ways. Program Development Interns will support TerraCycle’s recycling programs by preparing brand marketing research and developing new ideas to present to brand partners. Interns will also will work on creating, maintaining and improving TerraCycle resources that serve as valuable tools to the Global TerraCycle Team.
Monica Carty: monica.carty@terracycle.com
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP
The R&D department develops recycling solutions for the different waste materials TerraCycle collects. Interns will conduct research on different items to determine their composition and the various processes needed to recycle the waste. Interns will work closely with the R&D team, all while learning about various plastics and the recycling techniques used in industry. Areas of education for the interns include: polymer processing, packaging design, materials properties, and general sustainability.
Majors that should apply: polymer science, material science, chemistry, engineering, or related fields
Richard Zultner: richard.zultner@terracycle.com
ZERO WASTE BOX INTERNSHIP
The Zero Waste Box team helps consumers and businesses move towards ZeroWaste by offering recycling services for previously non-recyclable waste through direct outreach while continuously developing marketing and sales strategies.
Joy Nemerson: joy.nemerson@terracycle.com
GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERNSHIP
Core responsibilities include designing conceptual art (company-related advertisement), building and maintaining marketing materials, creating presentations, and curating the image library. Graphic Design interns are requried to have strong design, layout, and formatting skills, as well as an understanding of typography and Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Proficiency in photography, Microsoft Office, videography, and related editing experience are a plus.
To apply, please email your resume and portfolio examples.
Anna Starasvetski: anna.starasvetski@terracycle.com
VIDEO INTERNSHIP
While interning for the video department, you will be responsible for all aspects of creating professional quality videos, Video interns are responsible for all aspects of creating professional quality videos, such as shooting, editing, and directing. Required skills include, being confident in Adobe Premiere, and having an eye for shooting. Animation ability and/or knowing Adobe After Effects is also a big plus. Video interns work on a wide range of assignments, from specific recycling program videos to do-it-yourself upcycling videos, and even media highlight reels.
Dean Innocenzi: dean.innocenzi@terracycle.com
DESIGN TEAM INTERNSHIP
TerraCycle “Design Junkies” and interns use upcycled materials to produce interiors, sculptures, products, and fashion accessories, using tools that range from sewing machines to power tools and everything in between. Ideal candidates are green-minded, aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty, and consider alternate uses before discarding an object.
Darshan Alatar: darshan.alatar@terracycle.com
MATERIAL SOLUTIONS INTERNSHIP
The Materials department identifies potential business partners for purchasing our recycled plastic materials that have been collected through our Brigade Programs. Material Solutions interns identify target applications and audiences for the recycled plastics, diverting millions of pounds of waste a year from landfills into new sustainable products.
Stephen Katz: stephen.katz@terracycle.com
OPERATIONS & WASTE LOGISTICS DEPARTMENT INTERNSHIP
Operations works to identify strategic improvements to increase company efficiencies and reduce costs. Interns’ analyses help team efforts with database information management, including inventory and warehouse management, and global pricing and cost analysis.
Andrew Heine: andrew.heine@terracycle.com
ROUTE LOGISTICS INTERNSHIP
TerraCycle’s Route Logistics Unit seeks to provide easy, on-site recycling solutions for a wide range of businesses. Our goal is to increase business landfill diversion rates by targeting single-stream recycling in addition to hard-to-recycle items such as gift cards, poly bags, and other site-specific waste streams. Route Logistics Interns will assist with contact mining, building and managing the Route Logistics pipeline, and preparing prospect-specific presentations. They will also learn best practices for pitching the TerraCycle program to potential partners.
Kyle Riggs: kyle.riggs@terracycle.com
More information: https://www.terracycle.com/en-AU/pages/careersanz