Conference + Expo

AASHE 2008

November 9–11, 2008
Over 1,000 pre-registrants, 400 presentations, compelling keynotes, exhibits, campus tours, and lots of fun. Register now!

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Saint Mary's College of California (Moraga, CA) is our current spotlight campus! In 2007, the College launched the second phase of its energy conservation program, the student group "Project Green" won a grant to boost recycling, and all incoming students read about global climate change. Learn more

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Top Resources

AASHE Digest 2007

Academic Programs in Sustainability

AASHE Bulletin

ACUPCC Reporting Tool

Campus Sustainability Profiles

Campus Global Warming Commitments

Featured Events

Webinar: Charting the Path to Campus Sustainability, September 17, 2008, 1 - 2:30pm Eastern

Webinar: GHG Inventories: Methods & Best Practices, October 1, 2008, 1 - 2:30pm Eastern

Webinar: Writing a GHG Action Plan, October 15, 2008, 1 - 2:30pm Eastern

Webcast: Creating a Sustainability Office, October 28, 2008, 1 - 2:30pm Eastern

Webinar: Financial Mechanisms for Campus Sustainability, October 29, 2008, 1 - 2:30pm Eastern

AASHE 2008, November 9-11, 2008

Webcast: Designing & Constructing Sustainable Housing, November 12, 2008, 1 - 3pm Eastern

Webcast: Green Laboratories: Resource Conservation in Research Settings, November 19, 2008, 1-2:30pm Eastern

AASHE Sustainability Across the Curriculum Leadership Workshop, January 9-10, 2009

AAC&U Annual Meeting & Sustainability Symposium, January 21 - 24, 2008

Focus the Nation 2009, February 5, 2009

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AASHE is Hiring:

Resources Intern 

AASHE seeks an intern for the summer of 2008 to assist with the development of the AASHE Resource Center and to assist in various other duties in the Lexington, KY office.

Internship Description

The intern will perform some combination of the following tasks, depending on skills and interests:

  • Research for the development of resources on campus operations
  • Assist in processing membership and renewals
  • Provide outreach and membership support
  • Support to the AASHE Conference Team
  • Review other intern resource development and provide feedback
  • Perform other duties and tasks as necessary for the Lexington Office

Desired Skills and Qualifications

  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Strong internet research skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Self-motivated, able to work with limited supervision
  • Collaborative, team player
  • Interest and experience in campus sustainability

Location

Interns must be able to work out of the Lexington, Kentucky office.

Compensation

$10-13/hour, depending on experience.

Application Instructions

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to John Johnson (john@aashe.org). There is no application deadline for this internship. We will take applications until the position is filled.

AASHE is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and to achieving an inclusive, diverse workplace that values every individual. Members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

About AASHE

AASHE is an association of colleges and universities in the U.S. and Canada working to create a sustainable future. It was founded in 2006 with a mission to promote sustainability in all sectors of higher education - from governance and operations to curriculum and outreach - through education, communication, research and professional development. AASHE defines sustainability in an inclusive way, encompassing human and ecological health, social responsibility, secure livelihoods, and a better world for all generations.