Remote Sustainability Project Associate

Seeds Renewables; Boulder, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 14,327,000 - 21,491,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Fully remote option

Discounts in pet/outdoor industry

Job summary

Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) is seeking a part-time Sustainability Project Associate to support research-driven sustainability projects. This temporary hourly role is ideal for students or early career professionals seeking flexibility while contributing to client-facing projects.

The position emphasizes independent, organized work with a small, mission-driven team and offers a flexible schedule, with possible Boulder, CO office presence and remote work options.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed an undergraduate or graduate degree in sustainability.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in corporate sustainability, ESG and helping for-profit companies improve environmental and social impact.

Responsibilities

• This role will support a series of short- and medium-term projects, including but not limited to:
• Support Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory projects.
• Conduct competitive landscape reviews related to sustainability practices in the pet industry.
• Assist with materiality surveys and stakeholder interviews.
• Research and draft issue briefs on sustainability topics relevant to PSC members.
• Support sustainability positioning, goal setting, and impact reporting projects for member companies.
• Other project and initiative support as assigned.
• Research Support (≈10–15%) including desk research on trends and best practices and synthesizing insights.

Skills

Research

Analytical

Time management

Written communication

ESG knowledge

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in sustainability

Job description

Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) is seeking a part-time Sustainability Project Associate to support research-driven sustainability projects. This temporary hourly role is ideal for students or early career professionals seeking flexibility while contributing to client-facing projects.

The position emphasizes independent, organized work with a small, mission-driven team and offers a flexible schedule, with possible Boulder, CO office presence and remote work options.