Sustainability Intern, Chartwells Higher Ed / Northwestern University

Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

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Job summary

Chartwells Higher Ed is hiring a Sustainability Intern in Evanston, IL. You will work with Northwestern Dining to gain hands‑on experience across operations, marketing, administration, and guest services focused on sustainability.

The role offers learning opportunities, hands‑on projects, and exposure to hospitality practices. You will support initiatives on campus, plan waste reduction, and share metric-based results while developing leadership and team‑working skills.

Qualifications

• Awareness of sustainability practices.
• Interest in the service industry.
• Attitude of a leader.
• Enjoyment of inspiring others and sharing knowledge.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• General interest and knowledge.
• Must be undergraduate student.

Responsibilities

• Research and analysis of sustainability best practices.
• Plan and execute sustainable initiatives across campus.
• Coordinate food waste reduction initiatives.
• Execute operational standards.
• Storytelling: share metric-backed stories with various entities.
• Work in FOH, BOH, Catering, Admin.
• Train dining team and students on sustainable initiatives.
• Present findings in reports and presentations.

Skills

Awareness of sustainability practices

Interest in service industry

Leadership attitude

Inspiring others and sharing knowledge

Good interpersonal skills

General interest and knowledge

Education

Undergraduate student

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for a Sustainability Intern position.
• Address: 633 Clark St, Evanston, IL Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: To be determined based on class schedule and business needs.
• Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour.

Location

• We are hiring immediately for a Sustainability Intern position.
• Address: 633 Clark St, Evanston, IL Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: To be determined based on class schedule and business needs.
• Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour.

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General Description

You will be working closely with the Sustainability & Community Engagement Manager at Northwestern Dining to develop skills and competencies to understand what is needed to be successful in the world of sustainability. You will gain valuable experience in the following areas: operations, marketing, administration, guest services, problem resolution, planning and implementation of innovation and client relationship skills. This internship involves hands on experience working in the world of hospitality which will guide you to your personal success in a career of sustainability.

Key Requirements

• Awareness of sustainability practices
• Interest in the service industry
• Attitude of a leader
• Enjoyment of inspiring others and sharing knowledge
• Good interpersonal skills
• General interest and knowledge
• Must be undergraduate student

Interest in one or more of the following

• Food waste reduction
• Waste
• Local sourcing
• Event planning
• Student engagement
• Interest in creating a better community

Job Responsibilities (May include any or all)

• Research and analysis of sustainability best practices
• Plan and execute sustainable initiatives across campus
• Coordinate food waste reduction initiatives
• Execute operational standards
• Storytelling: share metric-backed stories with various entities
• Work in different settings within the world of hospitality: FOH, BOH, Catering, Admin
• Train dining team and students on sustainable initiatives
• Present findings in reports and presentations

Learning Objectives

• Demonstrate awareness, understanding and skills necessary to work in a diverse environment.
• Experience opportunities to learn, observe, and practice a variety of experiences in the world of sustainability.

This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.