The SEC offers several paid positions for students wishing to get involved in sustainable work on campus. Through a position at the SEC, you have the opportunity to gain experience in professional development and leadership while expanding your knowledge of environmental and social topics. In addition, the SEC can host interns and volunteers passionate about performing sustainable work on campus and in the community. Planned internships can be performed for credit with the agreement of a faculty advisor. Open positions will be advertised each semester on our instagram page. Read the brief job descriptions below and contact us at sec@unca.edu or look up positions on the Oneport Student Employment Portal.
Paid Positions
Co-Directors: (2)
Co-directors supervise SEC staff, devise and implement organizational strategy, manage administrative work, and represent the SEC in other areas of the university. Directors provide support for SEC staff, by assigning and tracking projects. Directors also direct the SEC’s activity in order to achieve broader goals.
Gardeners:
Under the supervision of the SEC Co-Directors, Gardeners oversee garden growth and provide educational opportunities for the student body through weekly Garden Workdays, and learn how to care for our campus gardens through sustainable agriculture practices.
Eco-Rep(s):
The Eco-Representative (or Eco-Rep) works throughout the year to promote sustainability on UNCA’s campus. Eco-Reps are responsible for maintaining the Free Store donations and Pop-Ups, hosting sustainable events, and Greenfest programming and advertising.
Project Coordinator:
Working alongside the Eco-Rep, the Project Coordinator is responsible for overseeing, promoting, and hosting events. The Project Coordinator encourages sustainable initiatives through on-campus and community-engaged outreach and advertising.
Positions for Credit
Student Internships
Under the supervision of the SEC Coordinators, interns help to develop and implement specific initiatives that seek to enhance the sustainability of our campus. Job responsibilities will vary widely based on the availability and interests of each intern. Internship projects include (but are not limited to):
- Garden assistance
- Energy and water auditing of campus buildings
- Assistance with planning of SEC events
- Graphic design and video
- Free Store management and organization