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Cecily Graham

New York,NY

Summary

I am a passionate Columbia University graduate seeking entry-level sustainability roles. While at Columbia, I took courses such as Corporate Sustainability Reporting, Strategy, and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory, which have helped me prepare for full-time sustainability positions. I also have a writing and research background from my undergraduate education at Kenyon College.

My interest in environmental issues started at an early age, and because of that, my commitment to sustainability has led me to be a vegetarian for nearly ten years. I am an avid reader and can frequently be found reading climate-related work.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Capstone Consultant

Vita Coco
New York, NY
09.2024 - 02.2025
  • Worked directly with the Sustainability Program Manager at Vita Coco to develop their long-term sustainability plan for 'The 10 Million Seedlings Initiative'
  • Sourced and vetted new partnerships in various regions where the company operates
  • Researched climate-risk scenarios of coconut crops and their impact on the company
  • Chief editor and writer for a 75-page senior capstone

Research Intern

JLL
06.2024 - 06.2024
  • Conducted thorough ESG analysis and research for the Global Research Director
  • Used various verified sources, such as government websites, to sort and analyze ESG reports and identify material topics
  • Created numerous PowerPoint presentations for the Chief Sustainability Officer to identify sustainability improvements for multiple JLL properties.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on long-term strategy of embodied carbon in their supply chain’s materials, such as concrete

Marketing Intern

TerraCycle at Loop
Trenton, NJ
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Responsible for writing educational posts for company’s social media campaigns about consumer goods’ waste using Canva
  • Researched audience engagement and communication through expansion to TikTok and Instagram Reels
  • Organized monthly online panel discussion featuring leaders and corporate clients in the sustainability field
  • Used LinkedIn and Instagram to promote a monthly newsletter

Sustainability Intern

JetBlue
New York, NY
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Offered suggestions to management for carbon offset programs for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions to reach reduction targets.
  • Supported the Inflight Recycling Advocate Program by educating inflight crew members on improved engagement in recycling practices
  • Researched the supply chain data of onboard items and made suggestions for alternative products
  • Led research needed to create a Human Rights Policy for JetBlue to be published on the website
  • Assisted in creating the Publicis Group CSR Procurement Questionnaire to assess JetBlue’s environmental impact
  • Pitched a customer reimbursement solution for travelers with broken inflight TVs to CEO, CFO, and COO
  • Researched regulatory standards for GHG emissions, and benchmarked ESG practices for the company’s expansion to European markets
  • Helped with administrative assignments, such as taking notes during meetings, copying, and organizing contacts

Education

Master of Science - Sustainability Management

Columbia University
New York, NY
02.2025

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Kenyon College
Gambier, OH
05.2020

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Google Workspace
  • Zoom
  • Canva
  • Salesforce Lightning
  • Slack

Volunteer Experience

Citizens’ Climate Lobby |2025-present

  • Reaches out to local representatives about climate issues
  • Writes postcards to potential voters in states with upcoming elections to encourage voter turnout
  • Participates in local chapter meetings

Leadership and Involvement

Kenyon College Green Alumni, Member| 2025-present

  • Participates in meetings with fellow alumni working the sustainability space

Kenyon College Environmental Organization, President | 2017-2018

  • Planned weekly meetings
  • Organized events to encourage interest in local farms, buying secondhand and sustainable living

Timeline

Capstone Consultant

Vita Coco
09.2024 - 02.2025

Research Intern

JLL
06.2024 - 06.2024

Marketing Intern

TerraCycle at Loop
05.2021 - 08.2021

Sustainability Intern

JetBlue
06.2019 - 08.2019

Master of Science - Sustainability Management

Columbia University

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Kenyon College
Cecily Graham