Overview
Emerson Collective (EC) is a company of investors, changemakers, creative thinkers, and problem solvers working to make a lasting mark on the world.
We’re looking for college students who think big, embrace challenges, and thrive in collaboration.
The internship is onsite, 40 hours per week, from June 15 through August 7, 2026. A mandatory paid virtual onboarding and orientation will take place June 10–12. See below for more details.
Application Deadline: Friday, January 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.
The Opportunity
The Sycamore & Oak team brings together community leaders, developers, and designers to create regenerative, mass timber projects that unite sustainability, local ownership, and lasting economic opportunity.
As the Climate and Sustainability intern, you'll join the team exploring innovative climate solutions, including sustainable building and environmental resilience. You’ll contribute to workstreams such as the Mass Timber Market and other projects advancing the East Coast’s sustainable building supply chain. You’ll conduct research, analyze data, and synthesize insights that help shape real-world environmental impact. Ideal candidates are curious, analytical, and motivated by the opportunity to connect research and strategy with climate action.