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Clara Forbes
NY,NY
Summary
M.S. Sustainability Management candidate at Columbia University with a background in Geography and Sustainable Development and hands-on experience in sustainability data analysis and environmental program development. Experienced in analyzing waste and recycling data and supporting sustainability initiatives within healthcare and nonprofit settings. Interested in corporate climate strategy, GHG emissions management, sustainability reporting, and using environmental data to drive measurable business outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Sustainability Intern
Stony Brook University Hospital
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Selected by SBUH’s Director of Healthcare Safety to assist the Sustainability Coordinator.
- Designed and completed a waste audit; analyzed and reported plastics purchasing and recycling waste stream data to identify reduction opportunities.
- Developed a green catering guide and sustainability messaging materials.
Office of the President Intern
National Park Foundation
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted OOP with Board meeting administration, edited directories, handbooks, and charters to ensure accurate documentation.
- Removed invasive species from designated areas in Rock Creek Park and set up a briefing for the CEO on Capitol Hill.
- Conducted 50+ donor interviews and presented insights to Executive Leadership Team to inform strategic decisions.
Counselor & Teacher
East Hampton Marine Museum
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Led 12 students aged 6-12 in lessons on marine science, local whaling histories, horticulture, and water safety.
Education
Master of Science - Sustainability Management
Columbia University
New York, NY12-2027
Bachelor of Science - Geography And Sustainable Development
University of St Andrews
Scotland, UK07-2026
High School Diploma -
Riverdale Country School
New York, NY06-2022
Skills
- Research
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Sustainability reporting
- Environmental data analysis
- Data collection
- Project management
Interests
Timeline
Sustainability Intern
Stony Brook University Hospital
06.2025 - 08.2025
Office of the President Intern
National Park Foundation
06.2024 - 08.2024
Counselor & Teacher
East Hampton Marine Museum
06.2023 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Sustainability Management
Columbia University
Bachelor of Science - Geography And Sustainable Development
University of St Andrews
High School Diploma -
Riverdale Country School