SEASONAL SUSTAINABILITY INTERN

The Rhode Island Department of Education is seeking a Seasonal Sustainability Intern to support sustainable practices for events at DEM facilities. Responsibilities include outreach, assisting event organizers with sustainability best practices, data collection, and research. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, have reliable transportation, and possess strong communication skills. This is a part-time position with a pay of $16.75 per hour.
### Classification
Seasonal Sustainability Intern
### Class Definition
Class Definition
The State is accepting online applications for a Seasonal Sustainability Intern position.
Illustrative Examples of Work Performed
A Seasonal Sustainability Intern will support the department in advancing sustainable best management practices for event organizers at DEM facilities and project assistance for materials management and lead by example projects. This position will work under the direction of DEM Sustainability Manager and support sustainability initiatives across the department, working with offices/divisions in the Bureau of Environmental Protection and Bureau of Natural Resources.
For the event efforts, the intern will perform outreach, customer interaction, and assist event organizers with identifying and integrating best management practices (BMP) for sustainability into their events that are hosted at DEM Facilities. These BMP can range from material sourcing, waste management, local food sourcing, transportation, and green-house gas emissions. The intern collect data on events and keep track of event sustainability efforts in an organized manner that allows for monitoring of key performance indicators and development of performance dashboards. This position will assist with performing subject matter research, data mining, data logging, research and analysis to support materials management and lead by example projects. This work may include assisting with public workshops, community outreach, and will include attending regular meetings to stay current with project activities.
### Required Qualifications for Appointment
Eligible candidates must have reliable mode of transportation and be at least 18 years of age. Comfort engaging with the public, strong interpersonal and clear spoken communication skills required. Essential job functions require use of a computer and basic Microsoft Office tools.
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