Sustainability Intern

The Town of Wellesley, in coordination with Wellesley Public Schools, is recruiting college or graduate students in education, environmental studies, public health, or sustainability to support our cafeteria waste-reduction programs. The Sustainability Intern (Part-time) will work alongside waste-reduction coordinators to:

• Aid in maintaining an established waste-reduction program across 6th, 7th, and 8th grade lunch periods at Wellesley Middle School.

• Coach students, model routines, answer questions, and keep sorting stations running smoothly.

• Conduct periodic assessments and waste audits, track data, write brief progress notes, and join check-ins with school administrators.

• Create educational materials for grades K-12 and engage with school principals, food service director and other school staff to implement new programs.

Schedule

• 2026-27 School year.

• Flexible: Part time, preference for availability Monday- Friday between 11:15–1:15 PM.

Compensation & training

• $15–$20 per hour, depending on experience.

• Paid training; ongoing support will be provided by Town Waste Reduction Coordinators, with opportunities to learn more in-depth about challenges and prospects in school waste reduction.

Benefits

• Resume-ready impact, professional references, exposure to school operations, and hands-on sustainability/education experience. (Course credit possible if your program allows.)

To apply

• Fill out an application on the Town of Wellesley site: https://wellesleyma.seamlessdocs.com/f/wellesleyemployapp

• Submit a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources Department, 525 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02482 or e-mail to [email protected]. Open until filled. AA/EOE

Applicants must successfully complete the required background check process, including a CORI check and fingerprint check.

Applicants will need their own transportation to schools in Wellesley.

Job Details

Category

Temporary Positions

Status

Open

Posted

September 21, 2026

Closing

Open Until Filled