Facilities - Sustainability Engagement Intern

**Open to Scripps Students Only

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Job Responsibilities: 

The Sustainability Engagement Intern will work closely with the Sustainability Coordinator to Support various initiatives and engagement events on campus that support the College’s wider ranging and long-term Sustainability goals. 

Responsibilities Include: 

• Provide general support to the Office of Sustainability 
• Plan events such as Sustainability Fair in collaboration with the Sustainability Coordinator and campus stakeholders 
• Organize and host educational workshops on campus 
• Facilitate collaboration between the Office of Sustainability and student/campus organizations to further campus sustainability initiatives 
• Project management, communications, campaign development/implementation, and other events and projects as needed 
• Maintain existing Sustainability Initiatives, such as Motley Punch cards, Campus Maps for Edible Campus and Natives 
• Manage Personal Sustainability Projects 

Operational & Administrative 

• Ensure timesheets are submitted on time for approval 
• Attend check-in meetings on a weekly/bi-weekly basis as determined by your Supervisor 
• Maintains accurate records as directed by your Supervisor 
• Meets all administrative deadlines as directed by your Supervisor 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications: 

• Must be enrolled at Scripps College 
• Must be enrolled as a Scripps Student and on campus for the entirety of the 2026-27 Academic Year 
• Has a strong interest in sustainability 
• Prior experience leading a campus sustainability initiative, or if not, at least strong familiarity with sustainability concepts and experience leading other types of projects or initiatives. 
• Able to collaborate with diverse stakeholders including students, staff, faculty, and external community members 
• Excellent writing skills and organized note taking 
• Communicates proactively and effectively with supervisor 
• Manages time effectively and follows through to complete projects

 Desired, but not required, Qualifications 

• Experience with creating newsletters, writing articles, or other communications work 
• Experience with managing social media for a club, organization, or company

Hours: 8-10/wk

Hourly Rate: $16.90

To Apply: 

Apply for this position by completing this form by August 5th: https://forms.gle/GeG1wSE63tbJAAXp7 

Required application materials include an updated resume, cover letter, and graphic design sample.

This is a job posting, NOT a job application, do NOT apply on Handshake.