I. Job Summary
 At WM, early career talent is more than the future of our business—they're a vital part of our present. WM's Summer Internship Program is a 12-week paid experience designed to bridge classroom learning with real-world application. Interns are empowered from day one to contribute meaningfully, explore new areas of the business, and grow their professional skillsets in a supportive, purpose-driven environment. The Internship Experience  
 As a WM Intern, you won't be sitting on the sidelines, you'll be in the mix. You will work alongside experienced professionals on real projects that make an impact for WM. You'll get real-world experience in key aspects of our business, including a meaningful project you'll own and present to senior leaders at the end of the summer, while discovering what we're all about. Outside of your core work, you'll join skill-building workshops, connect with leaders through executive roundtables, and build community with fellow interns from across the country. When summer wraps- the connection doesn't stop there. You'll walk away with meaningful experience for your resume, a strong network, and a clear path to stay connected to future opportunities at WM. Come build your career with us!  About the Digital Team   This internship is part of the Digital Value Stream - Collections crew—a team known for its innovative thinking, collaborative spirit, and commitment to sustainability qualities. You'll get to explore upcoming technologies and participate in ongoing intiatives to learn how things work behind the scenes, and help WM drive purpose in everything we do. Whether you're diving into data, pitching ideas, or helping make things run smoother, what you do will matter—and we want to hear what you think.  II. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesUses problem solving skills, determines problems, and understand fundamental parts of the problem.Understand WM Digital technology landscape and best practices in SDLCConducting research, analysis, proof of concepts as defined using emerging technologies within landscape. Demonstrate the result of research, proof of concepts to larger audienceUses problem solving skills to determine problems and understand fundamental parts of the problemUnderstand WM Digital technology landscape and best practices in SDLCConducting research, analysis, proof of concepts as defined using emerging technologies within landscape. Demonstrate the result of research, proof of concepts to larger audienceUses problem solving skills to determine problems and understand fundamental parts of the problemConducts analysis as directed, and prepares and delivers insights and recommendations based on analysis.Synthesizes findings and draws conclusions from analyses and makes oral/written recommendations to supervisor and/or manager.Executes tasks directly related to functional projects and/or process improvements.Communicates issues and roadblocks related to areas of responsibility.Ability to work efficiently and independently while maintaining attention to detailAble to be flexible and adapt to changing situations while remaining positiveAbility to work effectively in a diverse, collaborative team environmentProficient with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word)Please note that you’re not expected to do any travel in relation to your work.
 III. Qualifications A. Required QualificationsInterns must have a High school diploma or GED (accredited) and be pursuing or have recently completed a Bachelor’s degree (accredited) in a field of study relevant to the internship. B. Preferred Qualifications 

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities

Ability to work efficiently and independently while maintaining attention to detailAble to be flexible and adapt to changing situations while remaining positiveAbility to work effectively in a diverse, collaborative team environmentStrong verbal and written communication skillsProficient with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word)
 IV. Physical Requirements Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.This internship is required to be onsite at our downtown Houston Headquarters Monday through Thursday with a flexible work from home day on Friday. Candidates must be based in Houston, TX.  If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.