Other Internship Opportunities

Join the Dunning Capital Team and work collaboratively on projects related to sustainability and finance! Students will be focused on plant-based proteins and sustainable agriculture spaces. Interns will have the opportunity to utilize their knowledge of sustainability and explore and support its development in a corporate environment. Interns meet with their mentor on a weekly basis and typically meet at least once a week outside of that with their co-interns. 

Project Location: Raleigh

Project Level: Entry Level

Project Type

Internship

Skills Desired

No specific course requirements but coursework or experience in Economics, Business, or Finance would be particularly helpful. 

Project Deliverables

The main deliverable from this project will be a presentation, report, or pitch deck based on the student’s market research, general financial analysis, and corporate strategy development. The students will have the opportunity to present this research to the managing directors of our firm and/or our relevant clients. Due to the dynamic nature of the industry and our client's needs, we will delve into project specifics for the coming semester closer to the internship start date.

Unpaid internship

Contact Information

For more information about this project, please contact:
Natalia Bartkowiak
natalia.bartkowiak@dunningcapital.com

As a Business development Intern at Ecolytics, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both sales and digital marketing, helping you develop a well-rounded skill set in these critical areas of business. You will work closely with our small team and contribute to various projects aimed at growing our client base, enhancing our online presence, and advancing our marketing efforts.

Ecolytics is a sustainability software startup company helping businesses measure, improve, and showcase their impact. Ecolytics’ software platform enables companies to harness their data and understand their social and environmental performance, making it easier for companies to set and reach sustainability goals like becoming B Corp certified or reaching net-zero.

Project Location: Remote

Project Level: Entry Level

Project Type

Internship

Skills Desired

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Project Deliverables

Sales and Partnerships Leads Database: Create a comprehensive database of sales and partnerships leads, including contact details and relevant information, to support our sales team's outreach efforts.

Sustainability Blog Post Series: Develop and publish a series of blog posts on a topic related to business and sustainability, showcasing your research and writing skills.

Social Media Campaign: Plan, create, and execute a social media campaign from start to finish, demonstrating your ability to engage and grow our online audience.

Unpaid internship

Comments:

13+ hours; part- or full-time depending on the student

Contact Information

For more information about this project, please contact:
Hazel Horvath
hazel@ecolytics.io

About ECPC Travel:

We seek to promote tourism activities around the world while acknowledging and actively working to reverse and prevent injustices that this industry is capable of inflicting on the people and environments surrounding tourism destinations. We believe that it is important to educate consumers about the negative effects of tourism and provide them with the knowledge and ability to choose better options. Our goal is to promote businesses who are leading a paradigm shift in this industry while remaining transparent about limitations that exist. 

ECPC was founded on the idea that there are responsible tourism outfitters that got into this business for the same reason we did: a love for experiencing awe-inspiring landscapes, epic adventures, and forging connections with different cultures. We know that tourism can be a powerful, positive force in developing resilient communities and ecosystems. 

Please send a resume and cover letter to info@ecpctravel.com 

Fun Perks:

● Discount on all ECPC Travel during and 1 semester after internship end period

● Work from anywhere! Travel is encouraged :)

Time Commitment

10-15 hours/week, Intern & staff agree on a workable schedule for both parties

Hours of availability: Monday-Friday 9:00-5:00pm; occasional weekend hours as needed

Location

Position is fully remote, internship coordinator is based in Houston for occasional in-person events.

Project Location: Remote

Project Level: Entry Level

Project Type

Internship

Skills Desired

Desired Qualifications

● Self-starter comfortable with working remotely on a multi-time-zone team

● Experience working with diverse teams and/or comfortable with working with international clients from a variety of cultures and backgrounds

● Marketing and/or sustainability experience preferred, but not required

● Design experience in Canva, Illustrator, and/or Photoshop

● Reliable, punctual, and enthusiastic

● Strong motivation to make the travel world a less extractive place

● Experience with TikTok/ and other social media for businesses

● Strong written and verbal communication skills

● Photography/videography experience is a plus

● Proficiency in a second language is a plus, but not required

● Team player who works well with others

Project Deliverables

• Educational social media campaigns on a topic of their choice
• At least 1 blog about a responsible tourism topic
• Email campaigns highlighting provider work on the ground (1-3 depending on time and intern interest)
• Option to explore projects involving skills like video editing, illustrator, branding, etc.

Unpaid internship

Contact Information

For more information about this project, please contact:
Annie Combs
annie@ecpctravel.com

The Carrboro Vermicomposting Project, initiated in 2023 with support from Carrboro's Green Neighborhoods Program, is spearheaded by a collective of residents of Pacifica Cohousing. The project's primary goal is to promote vermicomposting as a way to reduce methane emissions produced by kitchen scraps. Building on this foundation, a new initiative program "Fork to Farm," launched in 2024, introduces the Bokashi method of fermenting food scraps - a technique that is even more accessible, requiring less labor and space. By 2025, these projects merged and expanded to encompass the entire spectrum of food waste - both edible and inedible - and regenerative agriculture practices. Our mission is to combat climate change, decrease food insecurity and increase soil health. We do this by returning food nutrients to the soil and decreasing food waste.

Project Location: Carrboro/Orange County

Project Level: Entry Level

Project Type

Internship

Skills Desired

• Comfort meeting the public, working with volunteers and working in a low-structured environment
• Self-motivation
• Technical writing skills and experience doing surveys
• Working with vermicompost (optional)
• Experience in sales a plus

Project Deliverables

• Staff our booth at events at least 4 times
• Present our PowerPoint "Food Issues and Climate Change" to at least 4 communities of faith and other groups.
• Produce a brochure on Regenerative Agriculture
• Organize our mailing list
• Set up the sale of worm bins
• Assemble at least 5 worm bins and 10 bokashi bucket

Unpaid internship

Contact Information

For more information about this project, please contact:
Tom Smith
wormsdothework@gmail.com

Freshlist's mission is to cultivate a stronger, more resilient food system by empowering farmers to thrive -through environmental stewardship, economic vitality & community engagement. We support farmers by promoting sustainable agriculture, creating dependable revenue streams & strengthening consumers' connection to the local food system.

This year, Freshlist opened an in-person grocery market for our vibrant Belmont neighborhood. In the abundance of summer produce, we would like an associate who can help us manage increased traffic and sales while also maintaining quality standards and a strong connection to the farms the food comes from. We are working towards accepting SNAP/WIC payments to make local produce accessible for all of our neighbors.

This role is for someone who enjoys creative flexibility, community outreach, and agriculture/ local food systems. You will be surrounded by a strong team with decades of experience in local food systems to support you.

Project Location: Charlotte, NC

Project Level: Entry Level

Project Type

Internship

Skills Desired

Soft skills: organized, conversational/engaging, creative

Hard skills: Basic data analysis, familiar with social media platforms, experience in a retail environment

Project Deliverables

• Seasonal Market Merchandising & Display Strategy
• Develop and implement a rotating summer merchandising plan that highlights seasonal North Carolina   products, tells farmer stories, and improves customer flow and sales.
• Community Engagement & Interactive Market Activation Plan
• Design and execute interactive, educational touchpoints that make the Freshlist market engaging while reinforcing the value of local food systems.
• Inventory Tracking & Quality Standards Improvement Plan
• Support operational excellence during peak summer abundance by improving inventory tracking and quality control systems.

Unpaid internship

Contact Information

For more information about this project, please contact:
Burke Whaley
burke.whaley@freshlist.com

We are seeking an EcoStudio intern to help launch a sustainable CommUnity Supported Agriculture (CSA) program called “Fresh Fields Food Access.” The program will sell fresh produce boxes to anyone in the commUnity while specifically targeting and making them affordable for EBT (SNAP) holders through subsidized pricing and direct EBT payment acceptance. Boxes will feature seasonal, locally grown produce from North Carolina farmers using sustainable practices, supporting environmental goals such as reduced food miles, lower carbon emissions, and minimized waste. The program will offer monthly distributions to provide consistent access to nutritious foods, with revenue from general sales helping sustain operations and expand access for low-income families.

Goals & Impact:

• Increase access to fresh, local produce for EBT holders and the broader commUnity.
• Support local sustainable farmers and reduce the environmental footprint of food distribution.
• Build a financially sustainable model that uses general sales to subsidize access for those most in need.
• Advance food and nutrition justice while promoting environmental sustainability and commUnity resilience

Project Location: Triangle, NC

Project Level: Entry Level

Project Type

Internship

Skills Desired

Project management, commUnity outreach, basic tech setup (payment systems), bilingual Spanish-speaking abilities (preferred, to support outreach to diverse commUnity members), interest in sustainable food systems, food justice, or environmental equity. No prior experience required - training and support will be provided.

Project Deliverables

•  Established partnerships with at least 3–5 local sustainable farmers, including signed supply agreements.
• Fully operational EBT payment system, tested and trained for staff use.
• Comprehensive outreach plan with marketing materials and targeted campaigns for EBT holders.
• Logistics framework for box packing, assembly, and delivery/pickup.
• Successful pilot CSA program with 20–50 participants, including data on participation, EBT usage, and feedback.
• Final report summarizing results, metrics (e.g., environmental impact estimates), and recommendations for scaling.

Unpaid internship

Contact Information

For more information about this project, please contact:
Makeda Ma'at
growtolifeorg@gmail.com

Role Summary: Support UNC–Chapel Hill’s Energy Services and Sustainability teams by analyzing electric utility bills, validating monthly reporting, mapping electrical service boundaries, and modeling campus solar PV potential. The internship culminates in a final report and leadership presentation with actionable recommendations.

Proposed 12‑Week Timeline

1 Onboarding, data access, tool setup: Data access verified; project brief; QA plan

2-3 Electric bill analysis: Cleaned billing dataset; anomaly list

4-5 Bills vs. monthly report validation: Variance analysis; root‑cause hypotheses

6 Service mapping (UNC vs Duke Energy): Service‑type master list; draft schematic

7-9 Helioscope solar modeling (priority sites): Site models; ranked feasibility table

10-11 Incentives research; draft report & slides: Draft report and deck for review

12 Final revisions; leadership presentation: Final report, appendix, and presentation

Project Location: Hybrid

Project Level: Advanced

Project Type

Internship

Skills Desired

Required:

• Pursuing a BS/MS in Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, Industrial Engineering, Sustainability, Data Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups) and basic data cleansing; comfort with large CSV files.
• Ability to interpret utility bills and basic electrical concepts (kW vs kWh, demand charges, TOU).
• Strong written and verbal communication; organized and detail‑oriented.

Preferred:

• Experience with Power BI or Tableau; basic SQL a plus.
• Exposure to Helioscope (or PVsyst), PV design, or rooftop/parking canopy assessments.
• Familiarity with GIS, one‑line diagrams, and campus utility systems.

Project Deliverables

Learning Outcomes (What You’ll Gain)

• Utility bill analytics and rate structure fundamentals (kWh, kW, TOU, riders, tariffs).
• Data QA/QC and dashboarding (Excel / Power BI).
• Campus electrical distribution basics and service boundary mapping.
• Solar PV modeling workflows with Helioscope; interpreting PV performance metrics.
• Professional technical writing and executive presentation skills.

Expected Deliverables

• Cleaned, documented billing dataset (building‑level).
• Variance analysis dashboard/tables comparing bills vs. monthly reports.
• Verified service‑type master list and simple system map/schematic.
• Helioscope site models and ranked solar feasibility table.
• Final written report (10–15 pages) + leadership presentation.

Unpaid internship

Comments:

Tools & Access Provided

• Secure access to Energy Services billing archives and monthly reporting datasets.
• Helioscope license and orientation; internal solar feasibility templates.
• Standard productivity and visualization tools (Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Power BI).

How to Apply

Submit a single PDF including:

• 1‑page resume
• Brief cover letter (max 300 words) describing relevant coursework/projects
• Optional: sample analysis or visualization (1 page)
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Email: energy‑management‑internships@unc.edu
Subject line: "Summer 2026 Energy Management Internship - Application"

UNC‑Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and interns.

Contact Information

For more information about this project, please contact:
Larry Saavedra-Torres
larryst@unc.edu