Organization Walking Mountains Science Center

Full Time

Organization Walking Mountains Science Center

Job Description :

Sustainability Interns gain new skills in environmental sustainability while providing education and
outreach in the Eagle Valley community. Interns will learn hands-on skills in fostering sustainable
behaviors while also gaining valuable experience in how mountain communities, governments, and
businesses are taking action and monitoring their environmental impacts.

The experiential learning focuses heavily on “Zero Waste,” recycling, and waste diversion. Interns
staff zero waste events throughout the summer, ranging from small community concerts to large
multi-day festivals. Interns are responsible for managing the waste stream at events and providing
zero waste education and outreach for the community.

Programs:

Concurrently, interns have the opportunity to pursue projects within the Walking Mountains
Sustainability Program Department in the following programs:

Waste Reduction & Diversion
Sustainable Business Training & Certification
Sustainable Destination
Energy & Buildings
Climate Action Collaborative
Sustainable Film Series
This internship has an additional focus on Professional Development, provided through individual sustainability research projects, field trips, and project work with partner organizations. Interns also have the opportunity to learn about other programs within Walking Mountains Science Center.

Job Requirements:

Desire to educate others on sustainability initiatives while expanding personal knowledge of current sustainability trends
Enthusiasm for working hands-on with environmental sustainability efforts including handling compost, waste, and recyclables
Comfort with interacting publicly with a variety of people in various settings
Minimum of two years completed education, preferably towards a degree related to sustainability, or equivalent relevant experience
Positive, self-motivated, organized, creative, and professional individual who can work independently and as part of a team of approximately 7 people
Ability to effectively work on diverse teams or with a diverse range of people
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and at times over 8 hours in a day
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, and lift up to 50 pounds
A valid driver’s license and transportation
Must be able to perform the job requirements satisfactorily, as they generally represent the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job requirements.

Desired Qualifications:

Work Environment:

This position is based out of the Walking Mountains office in Avon, Eagle County, Colorado. Zero
waste events are primarily outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Project work is typically done
indoors in an open office environment.

TO APPLY:

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and references via the application found on the
Walking Mountains Science Center Website. URL:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/1482995
Compensation Information
Duration of Position: 40 hours/week starting May 23, 2023 and ending October 2, 2023
Compensation: Housing plus $350 weekly stipend
Contact: Amelia Kovacs, Sustainability Programs Coordinator, [email protected] or
(970) 827 9725 x142
Application Deadline: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis with review deadlines of
February 5 & February 26, 2023
Salary Description: Housing plus $350 weekly stipend