Sustainability in the Workplace Intern
About The Position
The Sustainability unit in Penn State’s Office of Physical Plant seeks a currently enrolled student interested in fostering campus sustainability through education and engagement. The intern will help develop and manage educational resources and programs for university staff and others, with significant involvement in the Sustainable Labs Program and a university-wide Sustainability Employee Resource Group (ERG). The position calls for a responsible, self-motivated learner with strong communication skills, an interest in sustainability, and the ability to work independently. This is a paid internship starting in January 2027 for 8–12 hours per week, with the opportunity to extend into the summer as a full-time role. Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter. Employment requires successful completion of applicable background checks.
Requirements
- Be a currently enrolled student.
- Have a GPA above 3.0.
- Have an interest in and some pre-existing knowledge about sustainability issues and concepts.
- Have strong written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills.
- Be responsible, self-motivated, curious, able to problem-solve and think strategically, and capable of working independently.
- Submit a resume and cover letter.
Nice To Haves
- Experience developing and implementing educational programs or materials.
- Experience with graphic design platforms such as Canva and the Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience with Microsoft Suite tools, including Forms, Docs, and Excel.
Responsibilities
- Assist with developing, planning, and implementing educational programming and resources for the Sustainable Labs Program.
- Support the ongoing management of the university-wide Sustainability Employee Resource Group.
- Develop and refine educational resources, including the Green Paws Certification Program, and engage and support staff participating in such programs.
- Work with Penn State Sustainability and Human Resources to integrate sustainability into professional development and training processes.
- Learn about global sustainability goals and translate those concepts into educational materials relevant to Penn State employees.
Benefits
- Paid internship.
- Opportunity to extend the role into the summer as a full-time position.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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