Sustainability Student Assistant

The Sustainability Student Assistant will support the Wexner Medical Center Sustainability Program Manager in various sustainability initiatives, focusing on energy reduction, waste minimization, and environmentally preferred purchasing. The role will help advance the medical center’s goals toward carbon neutrality and other resource stewardship targets. Ability to assist with physical tasks, such as setting up recycling stations or supporting waste management events.

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when necessary for sustainability events or initiatives.

• Support the Sustainability Program Manager in energy reduction, waste minimization, and environmentally preferred purchasing initiatives.
• Help advance the medical center’s goals toward carbon neutrality and other resource stewardship targets.
• Assist with physical tasks, such as setting up recycling stations or supporting waste management events.
• Be flexible to work evenings and weekends when necessary for sustainability events or initiatives.

• Current enrollment in a degree program related to environmental science, sustainability, or a similar field.
• Interest in sustainability, especially in a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices, including energy efficiency, waste reduction, and environmentally responsible procurement.
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to manage data and track progress.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn new software tools.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to help create materials and engage with staff and patients.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Location:
  
  Ackerman Rd, 660 (0242)
• Position Type:
  Temporary (Fixed Term)
• Scheduled
  
  Hours:
  
  20
• Shift: First Shift

Background check
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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center are equal opportunity employers, including veterans and disability.