Climate Engagement Extern (Work Study Only)

Chatham; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Chatham University in Pittsburgh is seeking a Climate Engagement Extern (Work Study Only) to support communications for the Climate Toolkit and Youth Climate Advocacy Committee. You will help create blog content, manage social media, and assist with outreach under supervision.

This role provides hands-on experience with a collaborative communications team focused on environmental initiatives and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Interest in sustainability, communications, writing, climate & environment, marketing

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Communications team on projects including but not limited to: The Climate Toolkit, YCAC and EcoLeader Academy
• Attend meetings with institutions who want to discuss their sustainability plans or sign up for the Climate Toolkit
• Write and edit blog posts for the Climate Toolkit
• Assist with organizing webinars and coordinating speaker logistics
• Brainstorm content and learn the website CMS
• Find resources for the Climate Toolkit Resource Library
• Write blogs about YCAC and EcoLeader Academy
• Maintain the YCAC Instagram account and post content
• Assist with outreach to potential speakers for the next year
• Write and share information on LinkedIn and newsletters

Skills

Sustainability

Communications

Writing

Climate & Environment

Marketing

Job description

## Climate Engagement Extern (Work Study Only)Applylocations: Pittsburgh, PAtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 4 Days Agojob requisition id: JR00000574We value our students! If you see an open position that is right for you, we encourage you to apply!**Name of position:**Climate Engagement Extern (Work Study Only)**Classification of the position:** Community Service**Department:**Communications, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens**Location:** 1 Schenley Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15213**Pay rate:** $11/hr**Employment dates:** 8/24/2026 - 4/30/2027 **Supervisor info:**Senior Director of Communications, in association with Climate Toolkit Manager and Youth Climate Advisory Committee Coordinator**Purpose:** Under the direction of the Senior Director of Communications, the Climate Engagement Intern will support the communications, content creation and outreach needs of Phipps’ interrelated climate outreach programs The Climate Toolkit and Youth Climate Advocacy Committee (YCAC), including blog content, social media, email outreach, program development and more. The intern will gain valuable experience working as part of a communications team, interacting/collaborating with outside partners, and developing communications for an environmental mission-based organization.## **Responsibilities:*** Work collaboratively with the Communications team on projects including but not limited to: The Climate Toolkit, YCAC and EcoLeader Academy* Attend meetings with institutions who want to discuss their sustainability plans, are interested in signing up for the Climate Toolkit, or who have completed Climate Toolkit goals and related sustainability initiatives.* Write and edit blog posts for the Climate Toolkit* Assist with organizing webinars, including researching initiatives done by Climate Toolkit partners, outreach to potential speakers and coordination of webinar logistics.* Brainstorm development of content and learn the content management system of the website.* Find valuable resources for the Climate Toolkit Resource Library* Write blogs about Youth Climate Advocacy Committee and EcoLeader Academy projects* Maintain the YCAC Instagram account, posting appropriate social media content to keep the online community of youth engaged* Assist with outreach to potential speakers for the next YCAC year* Write and share new information on our LinkedIn page and newsletter**Qualifications:*** Someone with interests in sustainability, communications, writing, climate & environment, marketing,or related fields* Must have a Federal Work Study award**How to apply:** Please submit a **resume** AND **cover letter**. Any questions can be directed to [e-mail] for more information and to apply.All current student employees should notify their other manager(s) if you work multiple jobs on campus at the same time. Additionally, students may not work more than 20 hours per week (combined between all campus jobs) during the academic year. Students may not exceed 980 work hours per calendar year.Student jobs do not automatically roll over to the next academic year or summer.*Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention.**Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.*