Jobs

Please see below for sustainability-related job openings at Yale University.

Staff Positions

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Student Positions

Bulldog Sustainability Coordinator

Bulldog Sustainability, a group of students that works jointly with the Office of Sustainability and the Department of Athletics to make athletics at Yale more sustainable, is looking for Project Coordinators. We are looking for highly motivated, task-oriented, and innovative students who enjoy teamwork and who are excited about sustainability and athletics at Yale.

Position open only to Yale College student athletes who are enrolled in courses.

Responsibilities include:

  • Develop and implement sustainability initiatives with fellow Bulldog Sustainability Project Coordinators
  • Attend and participate actively in bi-weekly Bulldog Sustainability meetings
  • Represent and promote the work of Bulldog Sustainability at occasional athletic events 
  • Provide content for Bulldog Sustainability newsletters
  • Serve as a resource on sustainability issues related to athletics at Yale
  • Assist with social media, communication, and virtual community-building initiatives as needed

Job Requirements and Expectations:

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Drive
  • Strong teamwork ethic, excellent communicator, organized, is proficient in project management, and has interest in sustainability and athletics.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please fill out the application and send a statement of interest to maria.gutierrez@yale.edu with the heading “Bulldog Sustainability Coordinator Position.

Green Cleaning Standards Research Assistant

The Office of Sustainability, in partnership with the Office of the University Architect and Yale Facilities Operations, is seeking a graduate student research assistant to support the development of an updated set of Green Cleaning Standards for the University. This project will help establish clear, practical guidance for sustainable cleaning products, practices, and operations across campus.

Responsibilities include:

  • Conduct a landscape analysis of green cleaning standards and practices at peer institutions and relevant product and method certification programs.
  • Research best practices in sustainable cleaning and building operations and maintenance.
  • Understand Green Cleaning Standards requirements for compliance with LEED, Living Building Challenge, Fitwel, WELL, and other relevant certifications
  • Assess different approaches and recommend an effective format and structure for the University’s updated standards.
  • Interview relevant campus stakeholders, including staff involved in custodial operations, facilities, procurement, and sustainability.
  • Synthesize research and stakeholder input to identify key considerations and recommendations.
  • Draft and revise the University’s Green Cleaning Standards in collaboration with project leads.

Job Requirements and Expectations:

  • Have an interest in sustainability, green building, or sustainable operations and maintenance. Familiarity with the LEED rating system is a plus.
  • Be an excellent writer and clear communicator.
  • Have strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
  • Be able to work independently, take initiative, and manage work effectively.
  • Be comfortable taking direction, incorporating feedback, and collaborating with a range of stakeholders.

This position offers hands-on experience with applied sustainability research, stakeholder engagement, and institutional standards development, with the opportunity to contribute directly to improving sustainable operations across campus. Student Employment level III, time commitment of 8-10 hours per week.

To apply: Applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter to lindsay.crum@yale.edu with “Green Cleaning RA” in the subject line.

Sustainability Peer Educator

The Yale Office of Sustainability seeks undergraduate students to join one of four teams within the Sustainability Peer Education Program.

The Sustainability Peer Education Program is an educational and leadership program for Yale College students. Students work on advancing sustainability through student-led programs and projects that support Yale’s mission, goals, and priorities.

Student programs address educational, awareness, and engagement needs in the colleges, focusing on creating meaningful, long-term culture change. Additionally, students gain critical leadership skills through professional development opportunities.

Description of duties:

  • Communications Team- The Communications Team works on developing communication strategies to engage undergraduate students in sustainability efforts. Students develop meaningful content, raise visibility and awareness, promote Peer Education events and campaigns, and translate complex information in a way that is understandable to students.
  • Green Club Certification Team- Students work with student organizations to advance a culture of advanced sustainability standards. They manage our office’s student-focused green club certification program, whose goal is to make sustainability practical, accessible, and empowering to student-run organizations.
  • Green Community Events- Students organize events and programs for students centered around sustainability. The goal of the programs is to engage community members and influence student behavior through community building, peer-to-peer engagement, experiential learning, art, and storytelling.
  • Zero Waste- Students work with the Yale Office of Sustainability to advance a culture of reduced consumption and improved waste practices among the student community. The team accomplishes this through waste audits, waste and recycling data monitoring, educational campaigns, clothing and food drives, and repair workshops, among other events.

Once admitted, students are assigned to one of the teams above. Students will also serve as sustainability representatives in their own college, forging relationships with students and staff.

Ideal candidates are currently enrolled Yale College students who are student leaders with a passion for sustainability, waste reduction, and community engagement. Students should be capable of working independently and as part of a team, have a “hands-on” approach and a strong work ethic, enjoy working with fellow students and diverse groups of people. They should be communicative, team-oriented, adaptable, and willing to contribute to short- and long-term sustainability engagement goals.

Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. Students must be able to commit to a year of service (5 hours a week during the academic year), be able to participate in weekly meetings on Fridays (usually between 11:30am - 1:00 pm) and attend mandatory orientation event on Saturday, September 5, 2026.

To apply: Interested applicants should fill out this form to express interest in joining the program by August 26, 2026. Hiring will be done on a rolling basis.

Sustainability Peer Education Program Coordinator

The Yale Office of Sustainability seeks a graduate student to assist with the oversight of the Sustainability Peer Education Program – a team of approximately 14 undergraduate students who are trained to implement sustainability initiatives on Yale campus. This person will assist the Sustainability Engagement Manager with the coordination and administration of the Sustainability Peer Education Program. Responsibilities include:

  • Guiding teams with goal setting, meeting facilitation, planning for outcomes, and tracking progress. Working closely with Team Leaders to develop a work plan for each team and holding the team accountable for plans and deliverables.
  • Serving as a guide and mentor to undergraduate students. Ensuring that student initiatives are within the scope of the project and follow the program’s mission and vision.
  • Attending student events and helping with event management, depending on the team’s projects.
  • Liaising with the office to make sure events and programs are funded appropriately.
  • Attending monthly program meetings. 
  • Meeting with Sustainability Engagement Manager on a weekly basis.
  • Maintaining clear communication channels throughout the Sustainability Peer Education Program.
  • Assisting & co-planning orientation for the Sustainability Peer Education Program.

The ideal candidate for this position is a graduate or professional student at Yale who is capable of working independently and as part of a team, and has excellent communication, organizational, and team management skills. The applicant also has experience working with diverse groups of individuals and is able to convey complex information in an understandable way. A strong interest in teaching and learning, mentorship, and student development, as well as experience with team coordination and event planning are required. Familiarity with sustainability– particularly at Yale – is preferred but not necessary.

Candidates should be able to work 5-7 hours per week during the 2026-2027 academic year, reside in New Haven, commit to a year of service, attend meetings on Fridays (usually between 11:30am - 1:00 pm), as well as a mandatory orientation event on September 5, 2026.

To apply: Applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter to maria.gutierrez@yale.edu with “Sustainability Peer Education Program Coordinator” in the subject line.

Sustainable Transportation Research Assistant

The Yale Office of Sustainability seeks a part-time (8-10 hours/week, in-person or hybrid possible) student Research Assistant to explore ways Yale could increase use of sustainable transportation options by staff and students. Initially, the position will research electric vehicle charging on campus: locations of ChargePoint charging stations, usage rates, pricing, policies, how our approach compares to other universities, opportunities for improvement, links to broader Yale initiatives (academic research, fleet right-sizing and electrification, parking distribution and pricing, planning for future capital projects), and links to broader city and state initiatives. Time-dependent, the position may additionally support assessment and analysis of other sustainable transportation options. 

The ideal candidate for this position is a self-starter with the ability to work independently while also providing frequent updates on progress. The ideal candidate is well-versed in sustainability topics (climate change, greenhouse gas emissions, resource use), comfortable with engagement strategies (presentations, education, outreach), a clear communicator in English (writing, editing), flexible to respond to evolving needs, open to taking direction and collaborating with teams, organized, and attentive to deadlines.

To apply: Applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter to jen.baldwin@yale.edu with “Sustainability Transportation Research Assistant” in the subject line.

Waste and Recycling Building Surveyor

The Yale Office of Sustainability seeks a graduate student to assist with an interior waste infrastructure audit. The purpose of this project is to standardize signage inside buildings at Yale, and make sure buildings have recycling bins and up-to-date recycling signage. The candidate will work in tandem with 4 undergraduate students who will also conduct surveys in assigned buildings on campus.

The process of conducting the audit involves doing walkthroughs of assigned buildings on a weekly basis and carefully identifying and recording the locations where waste and recycling bins are placed. The process may also involve placing signage when appropriate, under the guidance of the Office of Sustainability.

The ideal candidate for this position is a graduate or professional student at Yale who can work independently and as part of a team, has a strong work ethic, high attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Familiarity with sustainability– particularly at Yale – is preferred but not necessary.

Candidates should be able to work 3 hours per week during the 2026-2027 academic year, reside in New Haven, commit to a year of service, attend regular meetings, and have a training session at the beginning of the year.

To apply: Applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter to maria.gutierrez@yale.edu with “Sustainability Waste Infrastructure Auditor” in the subject line.