Spring Intern- Sustainability

Maine Health is seeking a Spring Intern for its Sustainability team in Portland, ME. The intern will provide administrative and project support while gaining experience in healthcare sustainability initiatives. Responsibilities include supporting sustainability projects, developing educational campaigns, assessing recycling practices, and evaluating energy-efficient technologies. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant degree program, with a preference for juniors, seniors, or graduate students in related fields.
About the position

This is an opportunity to join the Sustainability team for the Spring semester, ending by May. The Intern role provides administrative and project support within assigned department, while gaining valuable, hands-on experience in a healthcare environment. The Sustainability Department is dedicated to advancing environmental stewardship across the organization through strategic planning, operational improvements, and staff engagement and education. Sitting within Facilities Management, the department works collaboratively with key partners, including Engineering, Environmental Services (Housekeeping), Food and Nutrition Department, Supply Chain, Clinical Departments, and others. We work to build sustainable hospital operations, reduce waste and improve quality.

Responsibilities
• Support hospital sustainability projects based on department goals and the intern's interests.
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• Develop and implement an educational campaign to engage staff in existing waste reduction initiatives.
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• Collaborate with laboratory teams to assess compliance with green lab standards.
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• Analyze the current state of recycling practices at a hospital and develop a plan to increase recycling rates.
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• Investigate and evaluate energy-efficient products or technologies for healthcare facilities.
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• Help to direct hospital sustainability projects driven by hospital volunteer committee members.

Requirements
• Currently enrolled in a two-year Associate's Degree program, Bachelor's Degree program, or graduate-level program preferred.

Nice-to-haves
• Preference will be given to undergraduate juniors and seniors or graduate students pursuing environmental science, business, education, public policy, data analytics, or related areas.

Benefits
• Paid parental leave
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• Flexible work policy
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• Student loan assistance
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• Training and education
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• Well-being resources for you and your family