A Sustainability Specialist addresses environmental sustainability issues for companies or organizations, including university systems. Develops strategies for reducing energy costs, promotes environmentally friendly production, business or maintenance practices.
Internship Sustainability Assurance & Consulting Summer 2027 | Multiple Locations Forvis Mazars, LLP United States, Colorado, Denver 1801 California Street (Show on map) Aug 21, 2026 Description & Requirements
SUSTAINABILITY ASSURANCE & CONSULTING INTERN
As an intern with the Sustainability Consulting & Assurance group, you will be embarking on an opportunity to engage in and support innovative ESG solutions for a growing client base. You will work with a team to establish ESG data and content collection, engage in validation processes for various stakeholder groups, and generate ESG metrics, reporting, and other communications. This is an emerging, high-growth business initiative with high visibility. We are seeking a high achiever who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoys collaboration and building solutions with other groups to be trusted advisors to our clients in an evolving market space.
How you will contribute:
Coordinating with clients, co-workers, and partners for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) implementation assurance and reporting
Collaborating in establishing data-driven ESG goals, milestones, and metrics as applicable for the client's organization
Performing sustainability-related assurance procedures such as evaluating and testing processes and related controls
Supporting corporate reporting in line with recognized ESG standards and frameworks such as GHG Protocol, TCFD, GRI, SASB, CDP
Participating in client meetings and assisting in the preparation of reports
Delivering Forvis Mazars' commitment to unmatched client experience throughtimelyand responsive communication with internal and external clients. We are looking for people who have
Forward Vision and:
Ability to work well in a team setting, as well as independently
Demonstrate a problem-solving attitude
Willingness to take initiative
Close attention to detail
Effective time management
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work under pressure, effectively prioritize, and adhere to deadlines
Minimum Qualifications:
Pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related business discipline with a focus on sustainability, climate and ESG preferred
Must be working toward CPA licensure eligibility
Proficiency in Microsoft Offices suite
Ability to travel up to 20%
Maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher (in major and overall)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with external financial or sustainability assurance About Forvis Mazars, LLP Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally.
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