Sustainability Intern

Position Details

Job Title: Sustainability Intern
Department: Environmental Health and Sustainability
Classification: Non-exempt, temporary/ part-time

Internship Duration: Six (6) months
Expected Start: Between April - June 2026
Expected End: Between September - November 2026
Pay Range: $21.16 - 25.40 per hour

Position Summary: This temporary internship offers the opportunity to join the Environmental Health and Sustainability (EHS) Department, a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative team. The EHS Department works closely with community members, internal stakeholders, and external partners to advance science-based greenhouse gas reduction targets 63% by 2030 and 100% by 2050 while applying an equity-centered approach to climate solutions. The primary goal of this role is to support the team in reducing greenhouse gas emissions locally and regionally and helping ensure Aspen remains a community where both human and environmental health thrive for generations to come.

Supervision Exercised and Received: This position works under the direct supervision of the Sustainability Programs Administrator. This position does not exercise direct supervision over any other position.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists with water-saving programs by helping residents and businesses understand best practices for reducing water use and supporting long‑term resource resilience.
• Supports electric vehicle (EV) initiatives by engaging with the community, gathering feedback, and communicating the benefits of EV adoption and expanded charging infrastructure.
• Develops outreach materials and assists with public events related to sustainability and EV projects.
• Coordinates with partner organizations to promote sustainable transportation options.

Sustainability Programs Support

• Supports city sustainability initiatives by organizing, scheduling, reporting, and monitoring various groups such as residents, businesses, workforce professionals, community partners, and program participants.
• Ensures high‑quality customer service and builds relationships with program participants through clear, prompt, and well‑organized communications (in person, phone, and email).

Data Entry, Analysis and Research

• Collects and records data to measure success of sustainability programs.
• Analyzes data from past programs and efforts.
• Performs data entry for greenhouse gas emissions tracking and program tracking.
• Researches and compiles best practices and examples from other cities.

Outreach

• Prepares materials and supplies for events and meetings.
• Staffs outreach events and tabling.
• Surveys residents, visitors, and businesses about behaviors and programs.
• Works with business owners and employees to help them reduce greenhouse gases.
• Works with the Communications Department to create and post content on social media platforms.

Departmental Support

• Supports customers and staff by managing follow‑up before and after meetings, preparing meeting materials, setting up and picking up food, taking meeting notes, and performing other support tasks.
• Collects and executes invoices and other business operations.
• Organizes departmental errands and operational needs.
• Supports the Communications Department with administrative tasks as needed.
• Performs other administrative tasks as assigned.
• Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values:
  Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values and mission statement while performing daily work functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Gains an understanding of municipal sustainability programs and local government operations by supporting Environmental Health and Sustainability initiatives.
• Develops professional project management skills through participation in planning, coordination, implementation, and tracking of sustainability projects.
• Builds effective communication and community engagement skills by supporting public education, outreach efforts, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Enhances analytical skills by collecting,…