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The Center for the Business of Sustainability within the Smeal College of Business is seeking to hire a student intern for the 2024 to 2025 Academic Year (with the intent to extend into subsequent academic years). The selected candidate will work as an Event Planning Specialist. The position requires in-person attendance for meetings and events in addition to remote work on a flexible schedule for a total of 10 hours/week at a starting rate of $13/hour.This opening provides exposure to a broadly defined understanding of sustainability in business, including concepts as they relate to health, social equity, conservation, marketing and behavior, supply chain, and financial and social impact. This is an opportunity to work in a highly collaborative team of interns, faculty, and staff. This position will be supporting the Smeal Undergraduate Impact Case Competition.A successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
A strong sense of commitment to the Center's mission and vision, including dedication to equity inclusivity, and initiative in a collaborative environment
Strong communication and organization skills
Strong written communication skills
Team player
Proficiency in Excel
Previous case competition participation is a plus
Ability to meet tight deadlinesResponsibilities:
Assisting with the creation and organization of the event schedule
Coordinating vendors and logistics
Organize spreadsheets of participants and submissions
Assisting with registration and check-in during the event
Weekly meetings with supervisor
Biweekly meetings with the intern cohort for professional development topics and discussions of progressApplicants should submit a resume and cover letter. To inquire about the details of the positions, don't hesitate to get in touch with Tracey Mariner via email at tcd119@psu.edu.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.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.Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.EEO IS THE LAWFederal Contractors Labor Law Poster
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