Sustainability Intern - Hourly

Salt Lake City Corporation • Cocoa, FL

1d • $18

About The Position

Under direction of the Sustainability Outreach Coordinator and Deputy Director, incumbent supports sustainability education and outreach for residents, businesses, and city employees over the course of a summer internship. Assists in facilitating and promoting city-wide sustainability initiatives with a focus on contributing editorial content to the SLCgreen blog and attending community tabling events. To apply, please submit: Your current resume. A cover letter explaining why you’re interested in the role and why you’re a good fit. Applications are due March 29, 2026, at 11:59 PM (MST)

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, though summer internships may not require concurrent enrollment if student is in good standing with the educational institution.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must have good organizational and analytical skills.
• Must have good computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists with all aspects of marketing and outreach related to the Department’s programs and mission.
• Researches and writes articles for the SLCgreen blog covering a wide range of sustainability and environmental topics.
• Assists with content creation for SLCgreen website and social media.
• Serve as a primary point person for staffing the SLCgreen booth during community tabling events.
• Tabling is the primary focus of the internship in the Summer).
• Assists the department with surveys and outreach related to the City’s climate plan, Climate Forward SLC.
• Assists the department with outreach related to the Utah Renewable Communities program.
• Analyzing, recommending changes, and developing creative outreach material to promote sustainability initiatives with different audiences
• As needed, intern may also undertake a research project for the Department. This includes designing, developing, and conducting research, determining appropriate methodology, information sources, sampling strategies, and data-collection tools.
• Writes or drafts technical reports, articles or related material based on research, investigation or analysis.
• Performs communication and research activities by utilizing computer software.
• Other tasks as assigned and as based on student’s background, academic goals, and interests.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness 95% City-paid medical insurance Dental, vision, life insurance HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution) Wellness clinic for employees & families Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Financial Perks Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year) Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k)) Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more
• 12 vacation days to start 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday Up to 80 hours personal leave annually 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

What This Job Offers

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