Princeton University Office of Sustainability

There are three types of internships available with the Office of Sustainability: (1) project -based internships, (2) ongoing internships, and (3) as-needed internships.  Project-based internships have a prescribed number of hours to complete the described project (though some projects will create new projects and internships!).  The ongoing internships have no pre-set time limits, instead requiring effort every week.  As-needed internships seek assistance for events that occur irregularly. Many internships, but especially project-based internships, can be completed offsite and on a schedule preferred by the intern. 

Descriptions of internships available are provided below.  To ask questions and/or apply for all internships, please download/fill-in the application form below and/or contact Jeffrey Domanski at domanski<at>princeton.edu.
 

• Princeton University Office of Sustainability Ambassador program internships  The Office of Sustainability is seeking two paid interns to assist in the development of a program that will likely serve as one of the main mechanisms to advance sustainability efforts at Princeton University.   The Sustainability Ambassadors program is based on the creation of a network of sustainability “ambassadors” drawn from across the campus community who will be a source of ideas, leaders in sustainability efforts, and conduits of a two-way flow of information between the Office of Sustainability and the units the ambassadors represent (e.g., departments, programs, groups). Through the Sustainability Ambassadors program, the University will be able to combine the interests and talents of its staff, faculty, and students to achieve broader and deeper sustainability progress. 

1. Ambassador program Internship 1 – broad program development:  An intern is needed to do provide research assistance, campus outreach, and communications material preparation. Through these efforts, this intern will assist in the development of an implementation strategy. The intern will report jointly to the Associate Manager of the Office of Sustainability. Good research, writing, and communication skills are essential. More information available upon request to Jeffrey Domanski at domanski <at> princeton.edu
2. Ambassador program Intern 2 – pilot project manager:  The Center for Jewish Life, Office of Religious Life, and Pace Center have partnered to explore a pilot application of the Ambassador program. This intern will develop educational programs for communications that connect sustainability action to values - either secular, religious, universal or particular, depending on the needs of the organization. The value-based component will be incorporated into the broader Ambassador program at CJL/ORL/and PACE.   The intern will report jointly to the Associate Manager of the Office of Sustainability and the Director of the Center for Jewish Life. More information available upon request to Jeffrey Domanski at domanski <at> princeton.edu

• Bicycle programs manager
  There are currently two bicycle programs active on campus: (1) the U-Bikes bicycle rental program and staff bike-share program, and (2) the CycLab bicycle coop. A paid intern is sought to manage the operation of the rental and bike-share programs and oversee the space utilized by these programs at 130 University Space. The intern should be interested in supporting bicycle use in the Princeton University community and knowledgeable about bikes. Good management, organization, and communications skills are essential. While work requirements are more intense during bicycle distribution and collection periods (September and May, respectively), a full-year commitment with several hours per week is expected.
  
  
• Sustainable/Green Reunions project
  Project duration: 15 hours
  The Office of Sustainability is seeking an intern to assist in making the Princeton University Reunions more sustainable events. For this project, the intern will review current Reunions information materials (targeted at reunions class organizers and participants) and evaluate what information is needed and how best to provide this information. The project intern will report to the Associate Manager of the Office of Sustainability and the Assistant Director of Reunions and may coordinate with the EcoRep presidents. Additional project work may be identified based on findings from this effort.

• Media Kit development project
  Project duration: 15 hours
  An intern is sought to assist in developing a media information kit that provides information to media outlets and other interested parties on the state of sustainability efforts at Princeton University with particular focus on the spectrum of groups and personnel. This project intern will report to the Associate Manager of the Office of Sustainability.

• Green Tours project
  Project duration: 10 hours
  Efforts have been underway to develop sustainability highlights tours of the Princeton University campus. The Office of Sustainability is seeking a project intern to use the information and ideas that have been collected to complete the tours. A walking tour is the priority but we also have interest in a bicycle tour of the campus. Familiarity with sustainability efforts on campus and experience giving Orange Key tours of the campus is desirable but not necessary. A final form of the tour must be ready by March 2010. Additional hourly-paid work is available as a tour leader once the tour is developed.

• Green Tour leader/interns
  Hourly-paid project work - as needed
  Tour leaders are needed to lead Sustainability Highlight tours of the Princeton University campus. Familiarity with sustainability efforts on campus and experience giving Orange Key tours of the campus is desirable but not necessary.
   
• Event photographer
  Hourly-paid project work - as needed
  The Office of Sustainability is looking for interns with photography exprience to assist in photgrpahing.

• Student Environmental Communication Network (SECN) Intern:  Two positions available to assist the SECN director in producing bi-weekly podcasts for the Office of Sustainability, editing student-produced radio and video projects, and serving as video documentarian for sustainability events and initiatives on campus. Applications are being accepted for Fall 2009 and Spring 2010.
  

• Office of Sustainability Intern: (PU students only) - a general intern position to assist the Office in various tasks, including but not limited to assisting campus departments and offices in developing communications tools to encourage sustainable behavior, assisting in coordination of the Princeton Environmental Network, and general research support.  Applications are being accepted for Fall 2009 and Spring 2010.
  

•  Green Guide Intern:- assist the Office of Sustainability and Greening Princeton in its annual update of the Guide to Living Green at Princeton University.  Applications are being accepted for Fall 2009 and Spring 2010 .

• Website assistant intern
  An intern is sought with website creation experience to assist in managing and updating the Princeton Sustainability website.  Should be available to work 2-4 hours per week.  Experience with Roxen a plus but not essential.

Unless otherwise noted, please use the application below to apply for any of the internships available.  Please send your application to sustain@princeton.edu.

Thanks for your interest!

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Princeton University WaterWatch, a student organization committed to improving water quality in the area through education and service, has numerous volunteer and internship opportunities available for the Spring 2009 semester.  Please see here for a description of the positions available.

The Garden Project has two paid internships available for this summer.  For more information, please click here. (These positions are currently filled).