STARS Intern

AASHE seeks an intern for the summer of 2008 to assist with the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) program. STARS is a voluntary, self-reporting framework for gauging relative progress toward sustainability for colleges and universities. It is currently in the pilot phase. Learn more about STARS.

Internship Description

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

Research other certification or rating systems and standards to identify best practices for allocating points, maintaining/updating the system, and determining standards.

Help revise STARS credits, with particular focus on the “Education and Research” and “Administration and Finance” categories. This involves conducting research and gathering input from campus sustainability stakeholders

Assist in researching funding opportunities and writing grant applications.

Perform other duties and tasks as necessary for the development of the STARS program.

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

Legally eligible to work in the United States (required)

Location

Interns should be prepared to work remotely from a home office or from our central office in Lexington, Kentucky.

Compensation and Hours

Full-time, $10-15/hour, depending on experience.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample to Laura Matson (laura@aashe.org) by Friday, May 16.

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.

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.

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