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Academic Innovation & Learning Intern - Sustainability Education & Curriculum Support

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Aug 07, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Center for the Business of Sustainability in the Smeal College of Business is seeking applicants for the part-time position of Academic Innovation & Learning Intern. Job duties to include: Managing and updating the MajorSustainability website to maintain an engaging and accurate educational resource Collaborating with students, faculty, and staff to integrate new content and incorporate user feedback Supporting co-curricular and leadership development initiatives within the Sustainability Leadership Intern Program Serving as a liaison to Student Sustainability Advisory Boards on curriculum and academic initiatives Leading outreach efforts to increase the visibility and engagement of sustainability education resources Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies: Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at Penn State University, preferably a 2nd or 3rd year student Strong interest in sustainability, education, and curriculum innovation Excellent communication and collaboration skills Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Experience with website content management or digital platforms is a plus Ability to work independently and proactively within a team environment Schedule: Approximately 10 hours per week over a 12-week period. Flexible scheduling is available but some coordination with team members and program deadlines is required. Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $14 per hour. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS 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. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines