Building Improvement Toolkits (BIT) Practioner

Southface Energy Institute is seeking BIT Practitioners, a paid fellowship opportunity for students passionate about sustainability and climate justice. Teams of five will work on campus to improve building health and resilience, focusing on roles such as Storyteller, Energy Champion, Water Champion, Waste Champion, and Indoor Air Quality Champion. Participants will earn $20/hour and a GPRO certificate while building their professional network.
Student Opportunity
Launch Your Career in Sustainability

Are you passionate about climate justice, healthy buildings, and making a difference on your campus? As a BIT Practitioner, you'll join a select group of 25 students receiving specialized training, mentorship, and paid fellowships to advance sustainability in your community.

At each campus, a team of five BIT Practitioners will lead the charge to make their buildings and communities healthier, more sustainable, and more resilient. Each team member plays a unique and vital role:

Storyteller

You capture the journey, preserving the legacy, amplifying the work, and ensuring the story of progress is seen, heard, and remembered.

Energy Champion

You help buildings work smarter, not harder. Ideal for engineering, sustainability, architecture, or public policy interests.

Water Champion

You protect one of our most precious resources. Great fit for environmental science, biology, or public health.

Waste Champion

You turn trash into impact. Perfect for circular economy, business, or environmental justice interests.

Indoor Air Quality Champion

You make buildings healthier from the inside out. Great for health sciences, environmental health, or advocacy.

As a BIT Practitioner, you will:
• Earn a $20/hour stipend for your year-long fellowship.
• Earn your Green Professional (GPRO) Operations & Maintenance Essentials certificate.
• Build your resume and professional network in the green economy.

Who Should Apply
• Students currently enrolled at Clark Atlanta University, Morgan State University, Spelman College, Texas Southern University, or Xavier University.
• Sophomore, junior, senior (graduating Fall 2026), or first-year master's students - any major welcome.
• Able to commit to both the Spring and Fall 2026 semesters.
• Curious about or already engaged in sustainability, climate justice, environmental health, or community engagement.