Sustainability Professional Intern

Job Title
Sustainability Professional Intern

Requisition Number
DU14817

Department Name
3CF00:Facilities Shared Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
$15.55

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Required Education

HS

Required Related Experience

Student currently enrolled at an accredited university in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program, within a year from graduating or a graduate of an accredited university Bachelor’s or Master’s program who have obtained their degrees no earlier than 24 months prior to the date of hire; no previous experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

NA

Physical Requirements

lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs., sitting for long periods of time

Shift

8-10 hours per week

Job Summary

Students filling this position will work with university leaders from a wide range of operational and academic units. Major responsibilities include:

• The intern will play an essential role in developing engaging content and initiatives for UK Sustainability’s website, blog, and social media.
• The ideal candidate will be passionate about sustainability and able to tell compelling stories that inspire action

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Knowledge of or familiarity with defined area of operational/administrative/technical specialty.

Entry-level knowledge and skill at the Bachelors or Masters level within specified area of professional specialty. Ability to understand and follow complex, detailed technical instructions.

Project planning skills. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree obtained no earlier than 24 months prior to the
date of hire; no previous work experience required.

Deadline to Apply
07/24/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.