Sustainability Intern

Job Description

Under direction of the Sustainability Outreach Coordinator and Deputy Director, the incumbent supports sustainability education and outreach for residents, businesses, and city employees during a summer internship. Responsibilities include facilitating and promoting city‑wide sustainability initiatives, contributing editorial content to the SLCgreen blog, and attending community tabling events.

Sustainability Intern - Hourly

• Your current resume.
• A cover letter explaining why you're interested in the role and why you're a good fit.

Applications are due March 29, 2026, at 11:59 PM (MST).

$18.00/hr

• Assists with all aspects of marketing and outreach related to the Department's programs and mission.
• Researches and writes articles for the SLCgreen blog covering a wide range of sustainability and environmental topics.
• Assists with content creation for SLCgreen website and social media.
• Serve as a primary point person for staffing the SLCgreen booth during community tabling events; tabling is the primary focus of the internship in the summer.
• Assists the department with surveys and outreach related to the City's climate plan, Climate Forward SLC.
• Assists the department with outreach related to the Utah Renewable Communities program.
• Analyzes, recommends changes, and develops creative outreach material to promote sustainability initiatives with different audiences.
• As needed, intern may also undertake a research project for the Department, including designing, developing, and conducting research, determining appropriate methodology, information sources, sampling strategies, and data‑collection tools.
• Writes or drafts technical reports, articles, or related material based on research, investigation or analysis.
• Performs communication and research activities by utilizing computer software.
• Other tasks as assigned and aligned with the student's background, academic goals, and interests.

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university; a summer internship may not require concurrent enrollment if the student is in good standing with the educational institution.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Good organizational and analytical skills.
• Good computer skills.

• Moderate physical effort; comfortable working conditions; handling light weights; intermittent sitting, standing, and walking may be required; subject to extended exposure to computer visual display terminals.
• Tabling activities entail transporting supplies and setting up a tent.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Part‑Time

Sustainability

20 hours per week

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs— with integrity and professionalism.

We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.

If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we'd love to work with you.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well‑rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness site.

• 95% City‑paid medical insurance
• Dental, vision, life insurance
• HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution)
• Wellness clinic for employees & families
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)
• Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))
• Discounted pet insurance,…