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Sustainability Intern

Req Id: 12802

Job Location: Nashville

Posting Start Date: 10/1/26

Work Environment: Hybrid

Job Description:

Job Purpose

This position will support our Sustainability Team as a Summer Intern from May 2027 - August 2027 and will be based in Nashville, Tennessee. This is a paid, full-time internship.

We are seeking a curious and motivated individual who is interested in learning about corporate responsibility and sustainability within the manufacturing and building products industries, and how sustainability initiatives can drive business performance, stakeholder value, and long-term growth.

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead a summer project to evaluate energy intensity and emissions intensity (per MSF) across manufacturing facilities.
• Develop recommendations to support CAPEX investment decisions that improve operational efficiency, lower costs, and advance LPs sustainability objectives.
• Analyze environmental and operational data from LP manufacturing facilities.
• Identify trends, performance gaps, and opportunities to improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
• Evaluate opportunities to increase renewable energy adoption across LPs manufacturing network by assessing the feasibility of on-site solar projects
• Analyze facility-level electricity consumption and utility cost data.
• Research federal, state, and local incentives that may impact solar project economics.
• Develop a scorecard to rank mills based on solar project feasibility and potential return on investment.
• Help calculate potential greenhouse gas emission reductions from solar installations.
• Gain hands-on experience applying sustainability concepts to real-world operational challenges.
• Learn how sustainability data supports strategic decision-making and capital investment (CAPEX) planning.
• Develop skills in data analysis, research, project management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Work alongside cross-functional teams, including Environmental, Finance, Operations, and Public Policy, to support sustainability initiatives.

What do I need to be successful?

• Basic understanding of sustainability and corporate responsibility concepts
• Knowledge of greenhouse gas accounting and climate-related metrics is preferred
• Ability to identify trends and summarize findings
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Time management skills

Education

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program, preferably in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources, or a related field
• Must have an expected graduation date of August 2027 or later
• Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Work Environment

• This position will work at home and in our Nashville office on a hybrid schedule

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Information at a Glance

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WE'RE BUILDING WHAT MATTERS

At LP, innovation isn't just about building materials-it's about building up our people. We prioritize your well-being, champion community impact, and strengthen connections that make everyone's purpose feel seen, heard, and respected. We don't just offer jobs-we build careers through mentorship, training, and support. Better people make a better LP.

CAREERS

We're building CAREERS by providing resources and support to help you grow, including:

Continued education assistance

Professional development resources

Clear career pathing and leadership

advancement opportunities

CONNECTIONS

We're building CONNECTIONS by fostering a culture where everyone feels safe, seen, and respected, through:

A strong commitment to inclusion and

belonging

Recognition and rewards through our internal

appreciation programs

Support for work-life balance through flexible

schedules, generous paid leave, and a hybrid

work environment for corporate team

members

WELL-BEING

We're building WELL-BEING by prioritizing safety, health, and wellness every day with:

An award-winning safety program

Competitive health and wellness benefits

Retirement plan matching, profit sharing, and

bonus opportunities at all levels

PURPOSE

We're building PURPOSE by making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve, through:

Group volunteer opportunities

Financial support for local charities and

educational institutions

Fostering future talent through school

partnerships, career fairs, and community

engagement initiatives

Ready to be part of something bigger? Join us in building what truly matters.

ABOUT LP

We are a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. Since our founding in 1972, we've developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America.

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