Sustainability Student Assistant

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Sustainability Student Assistant at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center will aid the Sustainability Program Manager in advancing energy reduction, waste minimization, and environmentally preferred purchasing initiatives. This role supports events, helps set up recycling stations, and assists with data tracking to measure progress toward carbon neutrality goals.

Evening and weekend hours may be required for campus sustainability events, and successful candidates will be enrolled

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a degree program related to environmental science, sustainability, or a similar field.
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to manage data and track progress.
• Good communication skills to create materials and engage with staff and patients.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Data tracking

Microsoft Office

Education

Enrollment in sustainability/environmental science program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Current Employees and Students: Please log in to Workday to use the internal job search and application process.

Position Summary

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.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire

• 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.

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 university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.