EnvironMentors Leadership Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (FL); On-site; USD 1,653,000 - 2,480,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) seeks a student intern to support the Undergraduate Mentor Leadership Training Program (UMLTP) during the 2026-2027 academic year. The position involves mentoring leadership development, community building, and mentorship training on the University Park campus.

Responsibilities include recruiting undergrad mentors, engaging with partner organizations, planning workshops and Reflection Circles, and tracking participation and feedback.

Qualifications

• Be a team player with strong written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills.
• Be a quick learner, able to manage and organize multiple sources of information.
• Have an interest in sustainability, environmental science, youth education, and community engagement.
• Assist with mentor recruitment and outreach on the University Park campus.
• Track mentor participation, attendance, feedback, and progress.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate UMLTP and support EnvironMentors leadership training.
• Recruit undergraduate mentors and conduct outreach with campus organizations.
• Plan workshops and Reflection Circles.
• Manage program communications and participant progress.
• Work independently while contributing ideas to the EnvironMentors team.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Fast learner

Multitasking

Sustainability interest

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Sustain Penn State is looking to hire a Penn State student intern who will work for at least the remainder of the 2026-2027 academic year. This student will assist with the coordination of the Undergraduate Mentor Leadership Training Program (UMLTP), which supports Penn State undergraduate students through leadership development, culturally responsive mentorship training, and community building. The intern will assist with mentor recruitment and engagement, workshop and Reflection Circle planning, program communication, and other duties as needed. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate a willingness to learn about sustainability and mentorship/leadership development.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a team player, with strong written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills;
• Be a quick learner, able to manage and organize multiple sources of information;
• Have a record of interest in or knowledge about sustainability, environmental science, youth education, and/or community engagement;
• Help recruit undergraduate mentors and conduct outreach with interested organizations on the University Park campus;
• Assist with tracking mentor participation, attendance, feedback, and progress throughout the program;
• Be able to work independently while also contributing ideas and engaging with the EnvironMentors team; and
• All other duties as assigned.

This paid internship will be for up to 20 hours a per week during the fall and spring semesters. Some weekend availability may be needed for the annual EnvironMentors Symposium on April 24, 2027 and the UMTLP Retreat on May 1, 2027. Please apply online and submit a single document with a cover letter and resume that includes names and contact information for two references. Questions should be directed to Peter Buck at [e-mail].

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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