Sustainability Intern - University of New Mexico

Job Description

The Sustainability Intern will support sustainability initiatives and operational projects within campus dining services while gaining hands-on experience in environmental practices, program coordination, and student engagement. This position will assist leadership with sustainability-focused efforts related to waste reduction, recycling, resource conservation, and campus outreach initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with sustainability initiatives across campus dining and food service operations.
• Support waste reduction, recycling, composting, and sustainability tracking efforts within dining locations.
• Conduct audits, observations, and data collection related to sustainability programs and operational practices.
• Assist with creating educational materials, signage, and outreach campaigns promoting sustainability awareness.
• Support campus events, tabling activities, and student engagement efforts related to sustainability initiatives.
• Track program participation, compile reports, and assist leadership with sustainability-related projects and presentations.
• Collaborate with managers and campus partners to promote environmentally responsible practices within operations.
• Assist with identifying opportunities for operational improvement, waste reduction, and resource efficiency.
• Maintain professionalism while representing the department during meetings, events, and campus activities.
• Perform additional administrative or operational duties as assigned.

Qualifications

•    Previous custodial experience preferred
•    Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling greater than 50 lbs.
•    Must be able to follow basic safety procedures and precautions due to physical risks and exposure to hazardous chemicals

 This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective equipment (PPE).

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.