Overview
Dyson Grand Challenges Impact Internship: Finger Lakes ReUse
The Dyson Grand Challenges Program team will serve as a liaison between the intern and the internship host. The intern, a student employee of Cornell University, will focus on the outlined duties working with a mentor from Finger Lakes ReUse (FLR). This opportunity is exclusively available to Dyson undergraduates.
Term:
The internship will take place during Cornell University’s summer break. The anticipated dates are May 17, 2026 – August 24, 2026, though timing is flexible. On average, the intern should expect to work approximately 15–20 hours per week, totaling around 150 hours for the summer.
Type:
Hybrid
Compensation:
Hourly: $19.00
Operations Performance & Analytics Intern
Internship Purpose:
This internship supports the advancement of operational efficiency and sustainability initiatives at Finger Lakes ReUse. The intern will analyze business performance data, develop dashboards and onboarding tools, and complete a collaborative partner analysis to help FLR achieve the priorities outlined in its recently adopted Strategic Plan.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Analyze business performance datastreams to identify opportunities for improvement
- Develop dashboards and visual tools to communicate key performance metrics to stakeholders
- Streamline scheduling processes and create scalable onboarding tools for staff
- Complete a collaborative analysis report of partners in Tompkins County
- Support Strategic Plan reporting and other operational initiatives
Qualifications:
- Marketing & Communications: Ability to communicate findings clearly through narrative reports, dashboards, and presentations.
- Research Synthesis & Storytelling: Comfort with analyzing datasets, synthesizing insights, and creating actionable recommendations.
- Community & Stakeholder Engagement: Interest in nonprofit operations, sustainability, and supporting community-based initiatives.
- Independent & Remote Work: Comfortable working independently in a hybrid/remote environment, managing time effectively, and collaborating virtually or in person.
- Mission Alignment & Curiosity: Strong interest in social impact, sustainability, and organizational efficiency, with a willingness to contribute to real-world operational improvements.
