Inclusion Intern

Inclusion InternA leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. The purpose of Southwire's College Programs is to provide valuable experience to students pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher. Our goal is to give students meaningful work that builds on what they are learning in the classroom. Our programs are project based. Students will receive a project at the beginning of the summer and present it in our project expo at the end of the summer. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to develop innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live.Location: Carrollton Headquarters Shift: May 18th - August 7th Pay Rate: $18.00 $23.00Job Summary/ObjectiveThe purpose of Southwire's College Programs is to help early career professionals bring together formal learning and productive work to improve their ability to transition from school to work. Southwire provides interns and co-ops with "real world" applications of their academic studies, helpful feedback and coaching, and consideration for employment after graduation. Each student will have a variety of responsibilities and assigned projects that relate to their field of study and be responsible for developing a timeline, progress updates, and final delivery in a senior leadership expo. Note: All new interns and co-ops must begin in the summer rotation. Ready to explore new horizons in your own development as a Southwire Intern or Co-op and help us power what's possible?Key ResponsibilitiesYour intern assignment is generally 10-12 weeks, and co-op assignment is generally 16-18 weeks and will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work.You will also collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves.You will be provided a robust developmental experience through an immersive onboarding and offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and community service /volunteer initiatives.You will have the opportunity to impact the future of the organization, all the while being exposed to a world-class program community.Finally, our rising senior interns and co-ops are considered for full-time employment opportunities.Long DescriptionProject SummaryThis position will support the Inclusion team as we accelerate progress towards the company's inclusion goals as part of our organizational strategy. This individual must be a self-starter, be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, have the ability to proactively identify problems and propose effective solutions, and have excellent communication and analytical skills.Description of ResponsibilitiesResearch and identify alternatives, best practices, and solutions to inclusion strategyCollect data from internal and external sources to monitor progress towards key inclusion performance metrics, and turn data into compelling narratives via written and visual formsDrive ERG, Disability Inclusion and other inclusion related programs, including but not limited to support related to in-person and virtual events, trainings, internal and external communications, and moreQualifications and Experience RequirementsMinimum 3.0 GPAMust be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in business, communications, marketing, or related fieldsMust have reliable transportation to and from workUp-to-date awareness of inclusion-related best practices and trendsProven working experience in a team environmentExperience in systems thinking and process managementStrong organization, planning and analytical skillsAble to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingBenefits We Offer:401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)Flexible Work SchedulesSouthwire is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.