Jobs

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Join our team of creative individuals working towards a more sustainable MIT. As our role on campus continues to grow and evolve, we'll post both full-time and student researcher positions to meet our goals.

Student Positions

Program Overview

We are now accepting applicants for spring semester Sustainability Researcher positions.

Join the MIT Office of Sustainability for our Student Sustainability Researchers Program. We are seeking enthusiastic student researchers for a part-time, paid opportunity to advance sustainability initiatives across the MIT campus. Collaborate with a dedicated team on diverse projects aligned with MIT's Climate Action Plan, driving meaningful change toward a sustainable future.

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Students from the Summer 2024 Student Researcher Cohort

Student Researcher Program - Potential Projects

As a student researcher, you may be involved in a variety of projects based on your skills and interests, including:

  • Develop and review code for sustainability data dashboards.
  • Automate data processes for sustainability reporting.
  • Support dorm food waste collection and analyze data.
  • Research single-use plastic consumption and propose reduction strategies.
  • Communicate MIT’s climate action initiatives to the campus community.
  • Develop plan to integrate Menus of Change principles for sustainable eating and climate-friendly options into MIT food system
  • Map sustainability features and infrastructure on campus.
  • Assist with the Zero Waste certification for academic departments.
  • Identify ways that MIT’s purchasing decisions can invest in more sustainable products 
Student Researcher Program - Cohort Experience, Details, and Application

MITOS Student Sustainability Researcher

Cohort Experience

Student schedules will vary, so we are committed to providing opportunities for the cohort to connect, collaborate, build a sense of community, and gain a well-rounded experience. Key elements include:

  • Weekly Meetups: Regular in-person meetups at the Office of Sustainability to share progress, discuss challenges, and connect with peers and mentors.
  • Sustainability Leadership Workshop: A workshop designed to develop your leadership skills in sustainability, offering a chance to learn and network with fellow students.
  • Mid-Semester Hackathon: An exciting event focused on solving a sustainability challenge at MIT, designed to bring the cohort together for teamwork and innovation.
  • Shared Online Workspace: A dedicated Slack workspace to facilitate communication, resource sharing, and collaboration among cohort members.
  • Project Showcase: An end-of-semester event where you’ll present your work and celebrate the cohort’s achievements.
  • Reflection Sessions: Structured sessions to reflect on your learning, growth, and the impact of your projects, fostering deeper connections within the cohort.
  • Comprehensive Skill Development: Gain experience across multiple sustainability domains and work with various project managers to build a well-rounded professional skill set.

 

Details

  • Eligibility: undergraduate and graduate students. We recommend international students connect with MIT’s International Students Office to discuss eligibility before applying.
  • Location: Cambridge, with in-person and hybrid work expected
  • Schedule: Part Time: 10 hours of project work per week, September-December 20 with opportunity to continue during Spring semester.
  • Pay: $17-$20/hour, depending on experience
  • 4 positions available: students will be matched with campus sustainability projects to work on with Office of Sustainability staff. 

 

Qualifications

  • Strong interest in sustainability issues, particularly urban and campus sustainability.
  • Commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in climate and sustainability work.
  • Ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across diverse cultures/backgrounds and serve the needs of diverse populations
  • Excellent written, visual, and oral communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly.
  • Proficiency in quantitative data collection, management, and analysis, including Excel.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Self-motivation and an eagerness to learn
  • Experience in sustainability-related coursework within relevant MIT departments.
     

To apply

Fill in this form including a resume and a cover letter.  

Send questions to mitosjobs@mit.edu.
 

Full-time Staff Positions

The MIT Office of Sustainability (MITOS) is not currently hiring for any full time staff positions.