Sustainability Intern (Part-Time)
Location: Oakland, CA (Hybrid)
Hours: 20–30 hours per week
Compensation: $20/hour

Are you a recent graduate passionate about sustainability and eager to gain real-world experience in community engagement and project implementation? Brailsford & Dunlavey is seeking a Sustainability Intern to support a dynamic, high-impact initiative with local K–12 schools.

This is a temporary, part-time position expected to work 20–30 hours per week, with the potential to lead to full-time employment. The role is based in Oakland, CA, on a hybrid basis, which includes weekly in-office attendance and work-from-home opportunities.

What You’ll Do

Community Engagement

• Lead student outreach and classroom-based activities

• Support public-facing sustainability campaigns

• Create engaging communication materials, including short videos, social media content, and parent communications

• Represent the sustainability team at events and stakeholder meetings

Implementation Plan Support

• Assist in drafting a district-wide sustainability implementation plan

• Synthesize feedback and conduct research to integrate best practices

• Help incorporate input from students, families, and the broader community

Administrative & Logistical Support

• Organize project documents and support meeting logistics

• Track stakeholder engagement and manage follow-up communications

• Serve as an in-person support lead for school-based and community events

Who We’re Looking For

• A recent undergraduate graduate with a degree in sustainability, environmental studies, public policy, or a related field

• Based in the Bay Area with access to reliable transportation

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Demonstrated interest in community-based work, especially in school or public-sector settings

• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and openness to working with diverse communities and perspectives

• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to take initiative in a fast-paced environment

• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Why Join B&D?

We lead the planning, development, and management of the places that shape and strengthen our communities. At B&D, you’ll work on transformative projects with clients building the future of education and public spaces.

We offer:

• A culture driven by entrepreneurship, collaboration, creativity, curiosity, inclusion, and an unrelenting drive for excellence

• Strong mentorship, supported career development, and leadership training opportunities

• A mission-driven environment where your work has a visible impact

How to Apply

Are you ready to build something that matters? Let's get started! Our quick application process will ask for a resume, a cover letter (optional), and some short questions that give us insight into your qualifications, interests, motivations, and career goals. We’re excited to learn more about you—beyond just your resume!

Brailsford & Dunlavey is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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