Creative Intern: Eco Design & Content Innovation

Job Type
Internship

Description
TerraCycle is an international leader in innovative sustainability solutions, creating and operating first‑of‑their‑kind platforms in recycling, recycled materials, and reuse. Operating in 20 countries, including 12 in Europe, TerraCycle works with manufacturers, retailers and end users to implement turnkey recycling programs through a range of public‑facing services for hundreds of everyday waste streams that other waste management companies are unable to recycle.

In 2019, TerraCycle introduced

Loop

– a platform that allows brands, retailers and consumers to move from a disposable to durable supply chain, enabling consumers to responsibly shop for a wide variety of commonly used products in reusable packaging. Since its debut, Loop has developed into the leading global reuse platform and is available in France, the United States and Japan. TerraCycle and Loop have received hundreds of awards and recognitions and have been highlighted in some of the world’s most recognized media outlets, including CNN, Wall Street Journal, Reuters.com, New York Times, Forbes, Time, and thousands of others.

Internship Overview
Our creative teams generate, develop and produce various kinds of content that align with TerraCycle’s visual identity and are looking for innovative collaborators to support our various lines of business. Ideal creative interns are passionate, out‑of‑the‑box thinkers with a drive for exploring new ideas and dynamic collaboration. Our creative teams include Industrial Design and Content Marketing which support our various departments, clients and stakeholders.

Industrial Design
Interns help the Design team develop concepts, designs, and prototypes for large brands made from the company’s supply chain and consumer waste. The Industrial Design team focuses on creating eco‑minded products and experiences that help people understand that they too can eliminate the idea of waste. Ideal interns are crafty, with a knack for seeing another person’s trash as treasure. The Industrial Design intern will work on projects including gamified and engineered collection bins, upcycled and recycled products, upcycled art pieces, and DIY projects.

Content Marketing
Interns will support the TerraCycle Marketing team in strengthening online brand identity by leveraging social media and digital platforms. The Content Marketing team dynamically produces TikTok, Reels, and other engaging content to engage with customers and garner interest in our recycling programs. Ideal interns are creative, idea‑generating, and highly organized with the desire to assist in developing engaging digital content for TerraCycle’s lines of business. Content Marketing interns will gain hands‑on experience creating various forms of content, like TikTok and Reels videos, and copywriting.

Internship Responsibilities

Work directly with team members to come up with creative and innovative ideas for digital, video, photo and material content

Support the creative process from ideation to production

Execute design concepts to fit the needs of the project and reflect company design standards

Own administrative responsibilities associated with projects

Additional projects as assigned

Internship Requirements

Must have proof of works

Must be able to commit to a minimum of 16 hours per week

Must be able to report to the office a minimum of two days per week

Internship Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent GED

Pursuing a degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Industrial Design or related field, preferred

If enrolled in a college or university, in good academic standing

Intermediate skill in Google Suite, specifically Slides

High level of effectiveness in written, oral and digital communication

Benefits

Educational credits (where applicable)

Catered vegetarian lunch available in the office M‑F

Free commuter transportation to and from the Trenton Transit Center

Access to TerraCycle’s Learning & Development courses and trainings

Casual office environment

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