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Description

Part-time / Seasonal / Full-time

Anticipated start date: middle of May*
Anticipated end date: end of August*

*Start and end dates are negotiable

Hours and days will vary based on work schedule. At least 400 hours of work are available throughout the duration of the internship between the office and onsite projects. Hybrid and remote will be involved.

2024 Schedule:

• Short term employment opportunities lasting less than 2 weeks or part-time position assignments available from May – October

• • June 10 - 24 – Must be able to travel and work in Grand Rapids, MI from June 12-17
  • June 19-July 10 – Must be able to travel and work in Midland, MI from June 20-July 1
  • July 10-24 – Must be able to travel and work in Metro Detroit area from July 12-15 and July 19-20

SUMMARY

The purpose of this internship is to provide hands on, real world experience in the sustainability industry through involvement in active programming, business operations, customer relations, sales and marketing.

Primary educational tools the internship will provide:

• Introductory knowledge of how the sustainability industry operates with specific areas of interest including waste diversion, carbon and climate impact
• On-site experience at live events to execute event sustainability programming
• Collaborative work environment to manage customer accounts, business operations and creating sustainability strategies for clients
• Communication skills working across teams at Schupan and within customer relations
• Collaborative work experience in a fast-paced environment
• Organizational skills in planning and executing complex client programs

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform primary oversight of three event accounts
• Work collaboratively on two non-event related sustainability projects
• Oversee two areas of daily operations for the Sustainability business unit
• On site management of sustainability programs from pre-event set-up, event day execution, and post event tear down.
• Works collaboratively to communicate with Schupan staff, event staff, vendors, and stakeholders to resolve issues and build a working relationship.
• Performs all job duties in a friendly, courteous manner and adheres to all safety requirements.
• Prompt, reliable customer service.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• Exhibits behaviors that reflect the company core values: Integrity, Empowerment, Sustainability & Compassion

Qualifications

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to work outside in all weather conditions including, but not limited: heat, humidity, cold, snow and rain.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to work a varied work schedule during the event, including early mornings and late nights.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Environment, sustainability degree courses preferred

Physical Demands

• Occasionally lift, move, or position objects weighing up to 50 pounds

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong desire to provide exceptional customer service.
• A positive attitude, and well-kept appearance.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal work instruction and safety standards.
• Ability to work alone and with a team in a collaborative environment.
• Organized and detailed orientated.
• Ability to follow timelines and execute event plans.
• Can work long hours, for consecutive days.
• Can work early morning, late night, weekend or holidays.
• Is open to learning more about the event sustainable industry.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.