Business Operations Co-op/Intern
Sublime Systems
Operations
Somerville, MA, USA
Posted on Sep 14, 2024
Sublime Systems is a technology company commercializing affordable, ultra-low-carbon cement. Sublime's breakthrough replaces the industry's legacy fossil fuel-fired kilns with an electrochemical system that operates at ambient temperature, eliminating the use of fossil fuel and the need for limestone, resulting in low-carbon, low-embodied energy cement. This technology has the potential to drive gigaton-scale CO2 reductions in an industry responsible for 8 percent of global emissions. Sublime is backed by mission-aligned investors, including The Engine, Prime Impact Fund, Energy Impact Partners, and Lowercarbon Capital. We are building a diverse and collaborative team of folks who are "amped about cement" (pun intended), who share our values (excellence, creativity, and teamwork), and our motivation to create a better world.
Position Overview
Sublime Systems seeks a creative and dynamic Operations Co-op to contribute to various initiatives aimed at optimizing operational processes and supporting overall team growth. The co-op will be provided with real-world exposure to the intersection of communication strategies and operational execution. As a member of Sublime Systems’ rapidly growing team, co-op or intern will work closely with the company’s experienced team and will receive extensive mentorship. This is an exciting opportunity to combat global climate change by transforming how the world makes cement.
This is a temporary six-month, paid full-time position starting on January 6, 2025, and ending on June 30, 2025. This role is expected to be on-site in Somerville, Massachusetts at least four days per week (required on Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday) with the option to work remotely one day per week (Monday or Friday).
Responsibilities Include:
- Collaborate with the operations team to optimize internal processes and workflows for efficiency and effectiveness and on high-priority operational projects critical to Sublime’s long-term growth
- Reporting and data projects using Salesforce and other systems
- Assist in the planning and coordination of team programming and social events, both virtual and in-person
- Assist the Operations team with the processes of onboarding and offboarding new hires and vendors
- Support development of internal operational documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Monitor internal requests from the team related to IT, contracts, facilities, etc., and respond to them professionally
- Provide support to shipping and inventory management, order fulfillment, and logistics coordination
- Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas for improving both communications and operational strategies
- Perform on-site space checklists to help with the upkeep of common areas
- Occasional front desk coverage support, as needed, and management and sorting of mail
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
- Pursuing a B.S. in operations, business, environmental science, or a related field.
- Strong passion for climate technology or operational processes, demonstrated through relevant coursework or projects
- Be able to rapidly take on new responsibilities in a fast-paced growth environment
- Familiarity with Salesforce, Asana, Zoom, Slack preferred
- Ability to prioritize and juggle many tasks at once
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A can-do attitude and an eagerness to learn Balance, perspective, and a good sense of humor.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude toward learning.
Sublime Systems is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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