EcoRep Undergraduate Leader

About the Department/Unit

The Office of Sustainability is responsible for implementing the university's sustainability plan by advancing and expanding sustainability initiatives across campus.

Summary/Objective

• Assisting with strategic planning for the program including attending planning meetings.
• Monitoring volunteer sign-ups for events.
• Coordinating and staffing outreach events (setting up tables and displays, making sure volunteers arrive on time, organizing materials in advance, etc.).
• Modeling positive leadership and effective outreach skills.
• Assisting with creating communications content to promote the program and events.
• Disseminating information to EcoReps via GroupMe, email, or in-person conversations.

Work Environment

• Student interns will work both at events around campus and in the office.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• EcoRep Leaders will work approximately 10 hours per week.

Salary Range

• $17.50/hour.

Required Education and Experience

• Current American University undergraduate student.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Outgoing personality and willingness to serve as a leader.
• Passion for social responsibility and environmental sustainability.
• A self-starter able to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong communications skills.
• Demonstrated record of reliability.
• Ability to work independently as well as in teams.
• An open mind and a willingness to express new ideas.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• In your cover letter, please describe 1) why you want to be an EcoRep Leader, 2) why you think you would be a good candidate for this position, and 3) your greatest sustainability concern.