About us

Arca, a leader in carbon mineralization technology and XPRIZE Carbon Removal finalist, leverages heavy industry and mine waste to remove CO2 safely and permanently. To do this at scale, we partner with the minerals industry to implement our technology at mine sites, using their rock waste as our feedstock. These are the same mines that are producing the minerals necessary for the transition to a clean energy future. Arca’s founders are leaders in the field of carbon capture in mine tailings with more than 20 years of experience in innovation and research.

We believe that by working with nature, not against it, we can achieve carbon dioxide removal on the scale needed to secure thriving and abundant life on Earth for generations to come. If that resonates, we want to hear from you. We’re building a team of sharp, mission-driven, and collaborative individuals who take pride in using their skills to contribute to a sustainable future.

Position Overview

Arca is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Commercial Intern to join our team for a 4-month placement. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, this role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the intersection of climate technology, business development, and operations. The intern will support critical commercial functions, including market research, data management, and process improvement. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain commercial experience in one of the fastest-growing areas of climate technology. The successful candidate will build valuable professional skills while contributing directly to Arca’s mission of carbon removal at scale.

Responsibilities

The intern will lead or contribute to various new and ongoing projects and initiatives. These may include, but are not limited to:

Market Research

• Execute desk research to identify trends in the carbon dioxide removal (CDR) market, including buyer motivations, procurement processes, and emerging industry developments.

• Support mapping of prospective industry partners and feedstock availability, developing concise summaries and recommendations for Arca’s commercial team.

• Track policy, compliance, and voluntary carbon market updates relevant to Arca’s strategy and prepare digestible briefs for internal use.

Data Management

• Lead the updating and organization of records in Arca’s CRM platform, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.

• Provide recommendations for improvements to CRM structure to enable better visibility and reporting.

• Identify and implement improvements to file management across SharePoint folders related to commercial activities. Ensure key documents are properly catalogued and easy to access.

• Develop guidance notes or Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for internal users to ensure consistent practices and conventions.

External Collateral Development

• Support the design and drafting of one-pagers, template emails, and slide decks for use with external stakeholders.

• Ensure materials are consistent, accurate, and aligned with Arca’s brand and messaging.

• Collaborate with team members to gather inputs and finalize deliverables.

Requirements of the role

• Currently enrolled student in Business Administration, Sustainability, Environmental Studies, Geoscience, Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights.

• Proficiency with core Microsoft Office products, including SharePoint. Familiarity with CRM systems such as HubSpot is an asset.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to produce concise, accurate, and engaging documents.

• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects at once. Excited by opportunities to improve processes and learn skills in data management and organizational systems.

• Creative and proactive problem-solver, eager to take ownership of tasks and contribute to team outcomes.

• A collaborative and hands-on approach, comfortable working across commercial, technical, and operational teams.

• Availability to work full-time for 4 months.

• Legal right to live and work in Canada without sponsorship.

What we offer at Arca for internship positions

• A competitive salary

• Flexible working policy

• Flex Fridays

• Pet-friendly office

• A fun and diverse environment, with inspired colleagues who are united in the fight against climate change

At Arca, we believe that our commitment to diversity and inclusion is not only the right thing to do but also essential for our success as a company. We welcome and encourage all qualified candidates to apply for our open positions, regardless of their background, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability.