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Entry Level Sustainability Jobs Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Sustaining Engineer

Chicago, IL

$94K - $116K/yr

We are located on the Northwest side of Chicago and currently have an opening for a Sustaining ... Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) * Entry level to 3 years work experience.

Sustaining Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$94K - $116K/yr

We are located on the Northwest side of Chicago and currently have an opening for a Sustaining ... Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) * Entry level to 3 years work experience.

Sustaining Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$94K - $116K/yr

We are located on the Northwest side of Chicago and currently have an opening for a Sustaining ... Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) * Entry level to 3 years work experience.

Entry-Level Machinist

Wallingford, CT

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

Entry-Level Machinist 61 Barnes Industrial Park North, Wallingford, CT 06492 CT180 Manufacturing ... sustainability rules and expectations o Participating in activities and programs that help the ...

Entry-Level Machinist

Wallingford, CT · On-site

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

Entry-Level Machinist 61 Barnes Industrial Park North, Wallingford, CT 06492 CT180 Manufacturing ... sustainability rules and expectations o Participating in activities and programs that help the ...

Entry-Level Manufacturing Machine Operator 1801 Theurer Blvd, Winona, MN 55987 MN280 Manufacturing ... sustainability rules and expectations o Participating in activities and programs that help the ...

Entry-Level Machinist

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$15.50 - $19/hr

Entry-Level Manufacturing Machine Operator 3939 W 56th St, Indianapolis, IN 46254 IN180 ... sustainability rules and expectations o Participating in activities and programs that help the ...

Entry-Level Machinist

Loves Park, IL · On-site

$35K - $45K/yr

Entry-Level Machinist 5800 Industrial Ave, Loves Park, IL 61111 IL180 Manufacturing Facility ... sustainability rules and expectations o Participating in activities and programs that help the ...

Entry-Level Manufacturing Machine Operator 1801 Theurer Blvd, Winona, MN 55987 MN280 Manufacturing ... sustainability rules and expectations o Participating in activities and programs that help the ...

Entry-Level Manufacturing Machine Operator 1801 Theurer Blvd, Winona, MN 55987 MN180 Manufacturing ... sustainability rules and expectations o Participating in activities and programs that help the ...

Entry Level Technician

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$23.77 - $28.31/hr

SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to ... This position is entry level, and the right candidate will be taught skills needed to be successful.

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How much do entry level sustainability jobs jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level sustainability jobs in the United States is $122,624.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,500.00 and $138,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Program Assistant, Sustainability

Tufts University

Medford, MA • On-site

$30.10 - $34.90/hr

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Job description

Sustainability Program Assistant

The Tufts Office of Sustainability (OOS) works to advance sustainability across Tufts University by supporting effective resource use, fostering student engagement, and collaborating with faculty, staff, and operational partners. The office connects institutional problem-solving with education and research, helping build a culture of sustainability and collective problem-solving across the university.

What You'll Do

This is a one-year limited term position. The Sustainability Program Assistant is an entry-level professional role that supports OOS in three main areas: 1. Student Sustainability Programs; 2. Resource-Use and Sustainability Data Management; 3. Communications Support. This position offers hands-on experience in higher education sustainability, program facilitation, data handling, community engagement, and communications.

  • Support Sustainable Spring, Sustainable CORE Fellows, and Sustainable Solutions Fellows programs; meetings, logistics, materials, tracking and evaluation.
  • Collect and maintain sustainability data; support dashboards, STARS reporting, Carnegie classifications, greenhouse gas inventories, and data requests.
  • Develop communications content including social media, newsletters, website updates, graphics, signage, and outreach materials.
  • Support special projects and other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For Basic Requirements:

Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:

  • High School equivalent experience in sustainability, environmental studies, communications, social science, data management, or related field.
  • 1-2 years work experience
  • Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and computer skills (MS Office).
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with group facilitation, data visualization, Canva or Adobe Creative Suite, website maintenance, higher education sustainability programs, and sustainability ranking and rating systems.
Pay Range

Minimum $25.20, Midpoint $30.10, Maximum $34.90 Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.


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