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Required CredentialsTypically a recent graduate or early-career professional with a degree in environmental science, sustainability, or related fieldsOften requires a degree in environmental science, sustainability, or related fields; certifications like LEED or GRI are common
Work EnvironmentInternship or fellowship programs within organizations, NGOs, or government agenciesOffice-based roles in corporate, consulting, or nonprofit sectors, focusing on data analysis and reporting
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by organizations offering training or development programs in sustainabilityCommon in corporate sustainability departments, consulting firms, and NGOs

While both roles focus on sustainability initiatives, a Sustainability Fellow typically participates in training and project support during a fellowship program, often as an entry-level position. A Sustainability Analyst usually performs data analysis, reporting, and strategic planning within established organizations. The roles differ mainly in experience level and scope, but both contribute to advancing sustainability goals.

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Sustainability Fellows are professionals, often early in their careers or in academic settings, who work on projects and initiatives aimed at advancing sustainability within organizations or communities. They typically focus on areas like environmental stewardship, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and promoting sustainable practices. Fellows may conduct research, develop programs, or support policy changes to help achieve sustainability goals. Their work often helps organizations reduce their environmental impact and educate others about sustainable solutions.

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AY Environmental Sustainability Fellow (WS-ST2)

St Olaf College

Northfield, MN • On-site

$11.75 - $12.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Environmental Sustainability Fellow (AcadYr) (WS)

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057

If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here:


Department Name: Finance Office

Unit Number (5 digits): 16106

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization  

Contact Person/Supervisor:  Assistant Director of Facilities for Energy Management

Wage Range: $11.75-12.75/hour


Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): 

The Environmental Sustainability Fellow serves to assist the Finance department, Facilities, the Environmental Sustainability Committee (ESC) or its successor with strategic tasks, collect, manage, and analyze sustainability related data, work with a diverse array of units of the college, and assist with updates to the college sustainability web pages, sustainability map, and community updates through content creation.

Transferable Skills: 

  • Data collection and analysis

  • Environmental footprint assessments and action steps

  • Project workflows

  • Communication - interpersonal, public speaking & digital storytelling

  • Collaboration/team work

Duties and Responsibilities: 

The Environmental Sustainability Fellow will help execute and contribute to the design of at least one major project over the work period and support additional work as directed. 

  1. Work with Finance, Facilities, and ESC members to construct, implement, and maintain a workflow process that captures information required for annual and monthly environment and sustainability reporting from units across the college

    1. Engage units at the college that hold environment and sustainability related data

    2. Leverage prior work done by other fellows, the ESC, collaborators, and various EnvSt 237 ACE teams

    3. Create visualizations that reflect fiscal year contributions to environmental footprints at the college and facilitate comparisons to other higher ed institutions.

      1. Greenhouse Gas equivalent emissions (GHG): Scope I, Scope II, Scope III

      2. Water resources: potable water, wastewater

      3. Material reuse and landfill diversion: recycling, composting, paper (office & towels), landfill  

      4. Normalized by various institutional characteristics: building gross square foot managed, student full-time equivalents, heating & cooling degree days,   

  3. Collaborate with Finance staff to update the sustainability website based on recommendations created by ESC and guidance by Marketing and Communications.

  4. Update, research and add information to the campus sustainability Google map. 

  5. Collaboratively create resources (physical and electronic) communicating campus environment and sustainability information and advice

    1. Brochures/short videos to be distributed to students at the start of the year alongside existing resident hall information, Title IX, etc. information sheets. 

    2. This resource should cover campus sustainability key points for individuals to refer to, some examples include:

      1. Material reuse and landfill diversion: a guide/short video to sorting trash, recycling, and compost in the correct bins; 

      2. Advice for how to use less water and energy in campus housing

      3. A cheat sheet for key points one could bring up in a conversation in response to the question, "How can I help stop climate change?"

      4. Connect actions to UN Sustainable Development Goals and to college mission.

    4. Consider parallel material for faculty & staff

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills) 

  • Proficiency with Excel/Google spreadsheet software, presentation software, and data visualization and analysis

  • Familiarity with digital communication, especially website and social media content creation.

  • Demonstrated collaborator with interest in policies and practices connected to sustainability or environmental concerns.

  • Ability to work independently/self-directed 

  • Attention to details and accuracy 

This job description is for general information purposes.  It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position.  This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.


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