Want to gain leadership experience, earn some cash, and help make Michigan Tech’s campus more sustainable? The Office of Sustainability and Resilience is hiring a Waste Reduction and Food Security Coordinator to join our collaborative and impactful team for the 26-27 academic year. We offer competitive pay starting at $15/hour, flexible hours, and professional development opportunities to help you grow personally and professionally.
While this position is for the 2026-2027 school year, we are hoping the selected candidate can get started in late March of this year to shadow the graduating coordinator.
REQUIRED:
- Enrolled at Michigan Tech and in good academic standing
- Available for the entire 2026-2027 academic year (summer work is possible)
- Possess a valid driver’s license(s) and a satisfactory driving record
- Demonstrated interest in sustainability and eager to learn more
- Ability to be reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently and cooperatively.
PREFERRED
- Available to start in March, even if just for a few hours to start integrating with the office
- Summer availability would be a bonus
- Interest in working with the office for more than one year with increasing responsibilities (and opportunities!)
Job Description: Waste Reduction and Food Security Coordinator (5-10 hours/week, academic year, some summer hours available)
If you’re detail-oriented and passionate about reducing waste and improving food security, this is your role.
- Oversee waste reduction programs including plastic film recycling and the Upcycled Food Operations program (UFO) that repurposes leftover food from the Wadsworth Dining Hall for the Husky Food Access Network (HuskyFAN), our on campus food pantry
- This position requires close attention to detail, consistent managing and tracking of materials, training on food safety requirements, and coordination with other units on campus
- While materials management is a big part of this position, there is a lot of room for creativity on waste reduction and food security projects
How to apply:Fill out this brief application form (requires you to upload a resume) by February 27 – early applications are encouraged. For questions or more info, reach out to Alan Turnquist at alturnqu@mtu.edu.
