Sustainability Intern – Science Based Targets Implementation

By joining Bio-Techne, you'll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range:

Duration:

Summer 2026 (Full-time Internship)

Pay Rate: $18.00 an hour

Position Summary

Bio-Techne is committed to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in alignment with the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). In mid-2026, Bio-Techne will submit Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions reduction targets for validation. The Sustainability Intern will play a key role in supporting the internal rollout of these targets across major operations and supply chain. This position will focus on developing actionable Scope 1 and 2 reduction roadmaps for large sites, creating low-carbon facility guidelines, and collaborating with procurement teams to engage suppliers in meeting Scope 3 reduction goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Communicate Site-Level Roadmaps
  • Translate site-specific Scope 1 and 2 targets into actionable plans aligned with Bio-Techne's enterprise-wide goals.
  • Draft and train site staff on low-carbon facility guidelines for implementation, including local activation via the Green Team Employee Resource Group.
• Support Scope 3 Supplier Engagement
  • Assist procurement and supply chain teams in strategies to ensure suppliers representing 67% of emissions by spend set science-based targets by 2030.
  • Research best practices for supplier engagement and reporting.
  • Develop a communications plan to engage suppliers effectively.
• Data Analysis & Benchmarking
  • Collect and analyze energy, emissions, and procurement data to identify reduction opportunities.
  • Benchmark Bio-Techne's practices against industry standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work with sustainability, operations, and procurement teams to align roadmaps with corporate goals.
  • Prepare presentations and reports for leadership updates.

Program Requirements

• Enrollment in a bachelor's or master's program in environmental science, engineering, sustainability, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Availability for full-time work during Summer 2026 (on-site/hybrid at Bio-Techne Minneapolis).
• Strong interest in corporate sustainability and climate action initiatives.

Experience Qualifications

• Technical Knowledge
  • Understanding of GHG accounting (Scopes 1, 2, and 3).
  • Familiarity with SBTi frameworks and corporate sustainability standards.
• Analytical Skills
  • Ability to analyze energy and emissions data, identify trends, and propose reduction strategies.
  • Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Project Management
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Ability to develop structured roadmaps and guidelines.
• Communication & Collaboration
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with operations, procurement, and sustainability teams.
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of renewable energy, energy efficiency, and low-carbon technologies.

Why Join Bio-Techne:

• We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
• We invest in our employees' financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving