Sustainability Corps Member

The University of New Mexico is seeking a Sustainability Corps Member for a year-long, paid position requiring 10 hours per week. This role involves hands-on sustainability projects, leadership development, and collaboration with campus partners to advance sustainability goals. Corps members will engage in training, project design, outreach, and impact evaluation, gaining real-world experience in areas like waste reduction and environmental justice.
Student Intermediate Level



Requisition IDreq36072
Working TitleSustainability Corps Member
Pay$15.00 Hourly
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentSustainability Office (446A)
Employment TypeStudent Employment
Student TypeStudent Employment
StatusNon-Exempt
Background Check RequiredNo
For Best Consideration Date4/27/2026
Position SummaryJoin the UNM Sustainability
Corps!




Paid • 10 Hours/Week •
Leadership • Real Sustainability Impact
Are you passionate about
sustainability at The University of New Mexico—but not sure how to turn that
passion into real action?




The UNM Sustainability Corps is your pathway to creating
measurable changes on campus while building career-ready skills.
This paid, year-long,
10-hour-per-week service learning program combines hands-on project
work, leadership development, and applied sustainability training. Corps
members work directly with the UNM Office of Sustainability and
campus partners to advance UNM’s Sustainability Strategic Plan and build a more
environmentally just, resilient campus community.


Why Join the Sustainability
Corps?
As a Corps
member, you’ll gain:
-Leadership & professional development in
sustainability, project development and implementation, behavior change,
and communication.
-Real-world project experience in
waste reduction, food systems, energy efficiency, water conservation,
environmental justice, and more.
-A strong professional network including
staff, faculty, operational units, and peers.
-Opportunities to create visible, lasting
impact across the UNM campus
community.


What You’ll Do
Corps members will
meaningfully contribute to UNM’s sustainability goals through a blend of
training, collaboration, and hands-on work. Throughout the program, you
will:
Participate in Structured
Training & Workshops
-Build sustainability literacy and learn
practical tools for project implementation, outreach, data tracking, and
behavior change.
-Attend regular professional development
sessions designed to prepare you for careers in sustainability and public
service.
Design & Implement
Sustainability Projects
Lead or support initiatives
related to:
-Waste reduction & circularity
-Sustainable food systems
-Water conservation
-Energy efficiency
-Environmental justice
Projects may involve research, event coordination, data analysis, program
design, or policy and operational recommendations.
Collaborate with Campus
Partners
-Work with students, faculty, staff, campus
programs, and operational units.
-Engage diverse departments and student
organizations to broaden participation and drive progress in key
sustainability areas.
Support Campus-wide Outreach
& Engagement Efforts
-Create communications materials
-Support tabling and volunteer
recruitment
-Coordinate and assist with
campus sustainability events

-Build awareness of campus sustainability
initiatives and resources
Track Impact & Evaluate
Outcomes
-Collect and analyze data to measure
project results
-Report progress
and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Develop Leadership &
Career-Ready Skills
Strengthen skills in:
-Teamwork
-Public speaking
-Strategic planning
-Facilitation
-Professional communication
These competencies prepare you
for careers in sustainability, environmental policy, facilities management,
nonprofit leadership, or graduate study.


Who Should Apply?
We’re looking for
students who are:
-Passionate about sustainability and
community engagement
-Excited to take initiative and lead
projects
-Collaborative, creative
problem-solvers
-Ready
to represent sustainability efforts across UNM


Become a Sustainability Leader
at UNM
Help build a more sustainable
future for the UNM community—while gaining the skills, experience, and
confidence to launch your career.


Minimum QualificationsEquivalencies not found for this position




Preferred Qualifications
Interest in sustainability, waste reduction, food systemsCommunication and teamwork skillsWillingness to engage with peers and staff at events




Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.


In order to be eligible for interview, all applicants must attach 1) Current resume 2) Cover-letter stating why you're interested in the position, as well as your interests in environmental sustainability at UNM.



The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.