JOB TITLE:
Zero Waste Event & Community Outreach Intern
MAIN LOCATION:
Recycle Ann Arbor, 2420 S. Industrial Hwy., Ann Arbor MI 48104
FLSA STATUS:
This position is considered non-exempt for purposes of federal wage-hour law.
This is a paid internship ($12/hr), with variable hours- 3 to 5hrs/week is expected in the office, with an
increase to 10-15hrs when weekend event work is required. Hours will fluctuate based on weekend Zero
Waste events, but cannot exceed 20 hrs/week.
TERM PERIOD: June - October 2016, with the potential for extension into 2017.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Assists with the Zero Waste Special Event expansion program, under the MI DEQ state-funded P2 grant
(2015-2017). Tasks include, but are not limited to: co-coordinating and hosting Zero Waste special events in
the Ann Arbor community, working with event partners and food vendors to achieve maximum landfill
diversion, providing recycling education and volunteer coordination, under the direction of the Outreach &
Zero Waste Coordinator.
Duties and Responsibilities may include the following:
■ Assisting with Zero Waste event planning, vendor coordination, and working weekend events in their
entirety when scheduled
■ Volunteer recruitment and training/management on-site
■ Vendor and event committee relations, including committee meetings and on-site coordination
■ Post-event data entry, grant reports, and vendor follow-up
■ Research into developing a county-wide Zero Waste event ordinance
■ Recruitment and outreach to other planning committees and events to further our capacity
■ Other projects and duties as assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
The intern must meet the following job requirements:
■ Work scheduled hours and notify Recycle Ann Arbor staff when schedule changes are needed
■ Must be available to work weekends and some evenings that have a Zero Waste event
⚪ Should have a flexible schedule and be available many weekends during June-September.
Availability for scheduled events on June 10 and July 10 is preferred.
■ Excellent communication skills in person, type, and on the phone
■ Ability to work with a diverse audience and community partners
■ Excellent attention to detail, organization, and record-keeping
■ Have an interest and knowledge of local recycling, zero waste, and environmental issues
■ Experience with volunteer and event coordination is desirable, but not required
■ Maintain a professional appearance and attitude
■ Be flexible and adaptable to change and spontaneous situations
■ Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
■ Experience with Microsoft Office application suite, with emphasis on Outlook, Access, and Excel
■ Ability to lift 25-50 pounds
■ Possess a valid Michigan driver’s license and have reliable transportation (car, bike, bus, etc)
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Mon, May 23, 2016 by 5pm.
HOW TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume to Christine Chessler-Stull, Christine@recycleannarbor.org