Environmental Center student jobs
Openings for student jobs will be posted below. Complete an online employment application to be considered for any position listed, or for any openings that may become available in spring 2023.
You can apply for multiple positions at a time with just one application, or submit an open application to be considered for any open positions that may become available, when you click on any of the “Apply Here” links below.
Most Environmental Center positions begin at Student Assistant I ($15 to start). Some positions that require more specific experience and skills, for example videographer or graphic designer, begin at Student Assistant II ($15.30 to start). Student specialist or lead positions will begin at Student Assistant III ($16.60 to start).
The Environmental Center can only hire current students who are officially registered in a degree-seeking program at CU Boulder. More information about jobs and hiring can be read at our hiring information.
Climate Justice Team
Hiring in April 2023, for work in Summer and Fall 2023 into Spring 2024
Student Assistant I - II Coordinate and collaborate to create Climate Justice initiatives and projects on campus and in local communities. Promote sustainability and social justice through communications, service projects, trainings and outreach campaigns. Knowledge of social and environmental justice issues, ability to work collaboratively with a group to create and implement programs, and good presentation and writing skills required. Connections and networks with diverse student groups or desire to create these connections, experience working with volunteer groups, and experience with planning events preferred. $15 to start.
Graphics Designer
Hiring one position, to start in April to train
Student Assistant II - III, starting at $15.30/hr. This position will create a variety of digital and print media, posters, logos, displays, and other design materials for the Environmental Center's programs and initiatives. Must have proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Adobe Illustrator. TAM, Art, Communications, and Marketing majors encouraged. Summer 2023 work 10-15 hours per week expected, continue into Fall semester 2023.
Outreach and Engagement Promotions Assistant
Hiring for Summer 2023, continuing into Fall 2023 semester
Student Assistant I $15 to start, about 10 hours a week. Formulate and coordinate outreach activities to promote general Environmental Center resources and services, working within a team and across E-Center programs. Table, poster, chalk; give presentations and campus tours; attend and support events including Ralphie's Green Stampede and other zero waste efforts, new student welcome events, residence hall move in and move out, Campus Sustainability Summit, BikeFest and more. Occasional evening and weekend work required. Ideal candidate loves initiating contact with all kinds of people and is radically inclusive of other cultures and perspectives; is comfortable with self direction and taking action; has an eye for detail; can withhold judgement and criticism while educating others on sustainable behaviors; takes and considers leadership seriously and as a priority, even amongst balancing school (which always comes first) and personal interests. 10 hours per week expected in Summer 2023, continuing work into Fall 2023.
Zero Waste Outreach Team
Hiring in April 2023, for work in Summer an Fall 2023 into Spring 2024
Student Assistant I - II. Educate the campus community about all zero waste best practices, including waste reduction, reuse, composting, and recycling. Develop and distribute information, conduct visits to campus offices, and give presentations to students, faculty and staff. This position involves face-to-face interactions with students, faculty, and staff, collaboration with team members and Environmental Center staff, individual projects that require self-direction and strong time management skills. The Zero Waste Outreach Team also supports zero waste events on campus on both an outreach and operational level. Creativity, artistic skills, graphic design, and social media experience are very helpful, but not necessary. 10-20 hours per week, with occasional evening and weekend work required. Team members are required to work at the ROC (Recycling Operations Center) for at least one semester to gain an understanding of our campus' waste system through hands-on experience. Pay starts at $15/hr.
Graduate and Family Housing Sustainability Liaison
One opening, to start Spring 2023
Student Assistant II - III. Graduate and Family Housing is home to residents from over 70 nations. This position is responsible for communications and programming on sustainability initiatives and will provide outreach and organize events/activities supporting the campus’ energy, recycling and transportation programs. Position will work with Graduate and Family Housing residents, resident managers and Environmental Center to support opportunities that engage residents in sustainability programs. Position will organize a network of court eco-leaders, facilitate meetings and schedule trainings. Position will be responsible for programs geared towards reducing waste in the community, tackling food insecurity and engaging residents with the sustainability plans of the bigger Boulder community. Current resident of Graduate and Family Housing is preferred but not required.
Bike Warehouse Mechanic
Potentially Hiring for Spring 2023
Positions may open depending on schedules. Apply now to be considered in case of openings. Student Assistant I Perform bike maintenance and repair, assist in bike rack removal/install projects, provide lock cut services and assist in campus abandoned bikes impound program. Attend in-person trainings and complete online lessons. Maintain semester rental bike inventory and maintain the fleet. Must be willing to work outside and in adverse conditions. Pay begins at $15/hour, with pay increase upon completion of level 2 bike mechanic training.
Students are the heart and soul of the Environmental Center, where innovative ideas and action are harnessed to create sustainable campus programs and behavior change, making a positive impact on the campus community and beyond. Environmental Center student-led projects and ideas have bloomed into sustainable improvements at CU that have been recognized with a Gold STARS rating for the Boulder campus, and that other universities and communities are emulating.
Social justice initiatives are key components of sustainability. The Environmental Center strives to create programs, activities and an organizational culture that embrace social justice, inclusivity and diversity, empowering students with the knowledge and skills to advance social justice efforts as part of sustainability work.
Undergraduate and graduate students who work with the CU Environmental Center are engaged in a variety of majors such as (but not limited to) engineering, business, communication, political science, architecture, biology, education, and environmental studies. Applications are sought from all students including, but not limited to, underrepresented students at CU – students of color, first-generation students, students with disabilities, LGBTQI students, low-income students and non-traditional students.
Sick leave benefits: All CU student employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 0.034 hours for every 1 hour worked. For example, after a student works 30 hours, they earn 1.02 hours of paid sick leave. Sick leave balances remain with student employees as long as they are continuously employed at CU, and during breaks of no longer than 6 months.