Mitigation Intern

Universities of Wisconsin • Stevens Point, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mitigation Intern will work in collaboration with the Office of Sustainability Research Coordinator on issues related to the University’s carbon mitigation efforts as identified in the campus drafts for the Climate actions and Resilience plan appendix documents. Projects will vary based on needs for the research coordinator and include things like data collection and clarity, electrical transitions needs & plans & opportunities, and sustainable transportation related education and improvement. The scope of the position is UW-Stevens Point Campus including branch campuses and field stations. It serves residents, students, faculty, staff, and campus guests. Primary interaction is with the OoS team and university staff. The skill, ability and knowledge of the incumbent will have a direct impact on the success of projects within the area of responsibility.

Requirements

• Maintain good academic standing and enrollment of at least 12 (or more) undergraduate credits with UWSP
• Be in good academic standing with the University (cumulative and semester GPAs of 2.5 or better)
• Competent in Word and/or graphics software
• Possess organizational and time-management skills
• Possess oral and written communication skills
• Be creative
• Have general knowledge of promotional tactics and public relations
• Have a general knowledge of office procedures
• Have a good understanding of sustainability principles
• Be able to work independently on assigned tasks
• If you are a work study student, this position must be your primary work study position.
• Authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Responsibilities

• Develop Projects and targets that can be completed within the scope of this internship
• Identify future projects to support CARP implementation with a particular focus on GHG mitigation projects
• Support efforts to prepare for next years’ BFU renewal application process

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed