MBA Intern

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I. Job Summary
The Intern position is within WM's Corporate Development & Innovation (CD&I) group. The selected candidate(s) will join the group in identifying, investigating, evaluating and executing on new growth, strategy and innovation opportunities. The Intern(s) will work on multiple research and analytic projects simultaneously, across a broad range of priority topics related to Waste Management's core operations, growth initiatives and investment opportunities. Interns will generally work as part of a team within the CD&I group, but may also work in larger, cross-functional teams that include members from groups such as finance, accounting, operations, sustainability, marketing, engineering and legal.

Intern project topics will be selected based on the Intern's interest areas, prior professional experience and the needs of the CD&I group, and the position will include opportunities for exposure to WM's core businesses. Ultimately, a successful Intern will be a creative problem solver who can quickly synthesize the critical components of his or her research and analysis. This person must be willing and able to build relationships and reach out to other groups within the company to gather information.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

• Research, prepare and present written and verbal reports on operational, environmental, financial and strategic topics
• Assist in the identification, development, evaluation and approval of new business, innovation, investment and acquisition projects and opportunities
• Provide recommendations and support to operational managers in the field
• Assist with interdepartmental strategy and planning initiatives; such projects will likely require coordination with other WM groups (e.g. finance, operations, sustainability, marketing, engineering, legal)
• Assist with CD&I leadership and development initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

III. Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory duties.

IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

Education:

• 1st year completed of Master of Business Administration Degree (accredited)

Experience:

• 3-5 years business experience (in addition to education requirement)
• Experience working with analytical models (financial, statistical, simulation, etc.)
• Experience conducting in-dept industry research, including financial conditions and industry trends.

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

• None required.

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities

• Interpreting and developing analytical models (financial, statistical, simulation, etc.)
• Conducting in-depth industry research
• Assessing and analyzing economic data and industry trends
• Command of Excel and financial modeling
• Interpreting and analyzing financial statements and operating metrics
• Understanding of financial valuation and venture capital, investing and M&A processes
• Ability to think critically and communicate concisely, thoughtfully, and persuasively in person and in writing

Benefits
At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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