Application Guide

How to Apply for Summer 2026 Intern - CPX System

at Workiva

🏢 About Workiva

Workiva is a unique company focused on streamlining integrated ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting, helping organizations achieve transparent climate impact and compliance. Their specialization in ESG reporting software makes them a leader in a growing, purpose-driven field where technology meets sustainability. Working here offers the chance to contribute to meaningful environmental transparency while gaining experience at the intersection of business, technology, and regulatory compliance.

About This Role

This CPX System Intern role involves analyzing business processes, documenting requirements, and identifying improvement opportunities for Workiva's ESG reporting systems. You'll directly impact how clients manage and report their climate data by helping streamline their workflows. This position bridges technical and business teams, making it crucial for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of Workiva's ESG solutions.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a virtual meeting with business stakeholders to discuss their ESG reporting challenges, followed by documenting these needs and mapping current processes. You'd spend time analyzing existing workflows for gaps, then collaborate with technical teams to outline improvement opportunities, ensuring all changes are well-documented for smooth implementation.

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🎯 Who Workiva Is Looking For

  • A student pursuing Computer Science, Business, or MIS who can translate between technical teams and business stakeholders.
  • Someone with strong problem-solving skills, especially in analyzing existing processes to identify gaps or improvement opportunities.
  • An excellent communicator who can document requirements clearly for both technical developers and end-users.
  • A detail-oriented individual with time management skills to handle process mapping, documentation, and stakeholder interactions simultaneously.

📝 Tips for Applying to Workiva

1

Highlight any coursework or projects related to business process analysis, requirements gathering, or ESG/sustainability topics.

2

Tailor your resume to show specific examples where you documented technical requirements for non-technical audiences.

3

Research Workiva's CPX platform and mention how your skills align with improving ESG reporting workflows.

4

Demonstrate your ability to manage remote collaboration, as this is a remote position.

5

Include examples of process mapping or gap analysis from academic projects or previous internships.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your ability to interact with both business stakeholders and technical teams, emphasizing communication skills.', 'Specific experience with documentation, process mapping, or analyzing business needs.', "Interest in ESG, sustainability reporting, or climate compliance, tying it to Workiva's mission.", 'How your problem-solving approach applies to identifying improvement opportunities in existing systems.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Workiva's CPX platform and its role in ESG reporting.
  • → Recent ESG regulations (like SEC climate disclosure rules) that impact Workiva's clients.
  • → Workiva's company culture and values, especially around sustainability and transparency.
  • → Case studies or client testimonials about Workiva's impact on climate compliance.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you gathered requirements from stakeholders and documented them for a technical team.
2 How would you approach mapping a current business process to identify areas for improvement?
3 What do you know about ESG reporting and how technology can streamline it?
4 How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple documentation and analysis projects?
5 Explain a technical problem you solved and how you communicated the solution to non-technical stakeholders.
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application without mentioning ESG, process analysis, or Workiva's specific focus.
  • Failing to provide concrete examples of documentation or stakeholder interaction skills.
  • Not demonstrating an understanding of how this internship bridges business needs and technical solutions.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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