Sustainability Project Associate

Pet Sustainability Coalition • Boulder, CO

20h • $20 - $30 • Hybrid

About The Position

PSC is seeking a part-time Sustainability Project Associate to support our research-driven and client-facing sustainability projects. This is a temporary, hourly role ideal for people who are interested in growing their career in sustainability, business impact, and applied research (such as undergraduate students, graduate students, recent graduates, or early career looking for flexibility). This role is highly project-based and suited for someone who is self-directed, organized, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with a small, mission-driven team.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed an undergraduate or graduate degree in sustainability
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in and experience with corporate sustainability, ESG, and helping for-profit companies improve their environmental and social impact

Nice To Haves

• Interest in (or exposure to) the pet industry is a plus, but not required
• Experience or coursework related to any of the following is a plus:
• Greenhouse gas accounting
• Sustainability reporting or impact measurement
• Market or competitive research
• Life cycle assessment or carbon footprinting
• ESG strategy or goal setting
• Materiality Assessments
• Third-party sustainability certifications (for example B-Corp)

Responsibilities

• Support Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory projects
• Conduct competitive landscape reviews related to sustainability practices in the pet industry
• Assist with materiality surveys and stakeholder interviews
• Research and draft issue briefs on sustainability topics relevant to PSC members
• Support sustainability positioning, goal setting, and impact reporting projects for member companies
• Other project and initiative support as assigned
• Conduct desk research on sustainability trends, standards, and best practices
• Synthesize research into clear, actionable insights and deliverables
• Track project timelines and deliverables
• Support documentation and internal coordination as needed

Benefits

• flexible schedule
• a fully remote work option (with a preference for candidates who can occasionally work from PSC’s Boulder, CO office)
• access to pet and outdoor industry discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern