Sustainability Intern, Chartwells Higher Ed / University of Pittsburgh

Location:

• We are hiring immediately for a Sustainability Intern position.
• Address : 4200 Fifth Ave Pittsburgh, PA Note: online applications accepted only .
• Schedule : To be determined based on class schedule and business needs.
• Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour.

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Appl ication Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due t o the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

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General Description :

You will be working closely with the leaders in the University of Pittsburgh Hospitality group developing skills and competencies to understand what is needed to be successful in the world of sustainability. You will gain valuable experience in the following areas: operations, marketing, administration, guest services, problem resolution, planning and implementation of innovation and client relationship skills. This internship involves hands on experience working in the world of hospitality which will guide you to your personal success in a career of sustainability.

Key Requirements :

• A love of the world of hospitality and a passion for sustainability

• Interest in the service industry

• Attitude of a leader

• Enjoyment of inspiring others and sharing knowledge

• Good to better interpersonal skills

• General interest and knowledge

• Awareness to sustainability practices

• Must be undergraduate student

Interest in one or more of the following :

• Waste Management and Food Recovery
• Carbon Footprint and Labeling
• Circular Economy

• Hydroponics

• Interest in creating a better community

Job Responsibilities (May include any or all) :

• Research and Analysis of sustainable best practices

• Coordinate sustainable initiatives and visualizing the source of our food

• Results analysis: preparing metric-backed stories for Business Reviews and other touch points

• Inputting your business Unit’s operations data into reporting programs

• Financials

• Food Recovery Network Initiatives

• Executing operational standards

• Story telling: sharing metric-backed stories with reporting entities (e.g. AASHE STARS, GRA, etc.)

• Working in different settings within the world of hospitality: FOH, BOH, Catering, Admin

• Training dining team and students on sustainable initiatives

• Present findings in reports and presentations

Learning Objectives :

• Demonstrate awareness, understanding and skills necessary to work in a diverse environment.

• Experience opportunities to learn, observe, and practice a variety of experiences in the world of sustainability.

Job Summary

This position is paid, but not eligible for benefits such as medical, relocation, or housing.

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year-round, potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.