The UBC Sustainability Hub is seeking a number of students to join our team in September to fill Work Learn positions that support our programs.

Our equitable, inclusive, and diverse team is committed to transformative change, protecting the environment, climate justice and to enriching the UBC campus landscape with a stronger Indigenous presence. 
 

How to apply

  1. Find the job ID below
  2. Search CareersOnline for the position (available until August 19, 2024)
  3. Apply as soon as possible (applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis)

 

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

WL W24 Building Policy Project Knowledge Mobilization Assist, ID: 979362
The Sustainability Project Knowledge Mobilization Assistant will support the Embodied Carbon Project Manager and the Director, Urban Innovation Research to complete the learning and knowledge mobilization activities of the Pathways to Net-Zero Embodied Carbon in Building project, through communication and outreach to government, industry professionals, educators and students. The role will assist with the development of written and visual communication materials, including reports, case studies, policy briefs, blog posts, infographics and presentations.

WL W24 Creative Climate Communications Lead, ID: 980003
They will develop written and visual materials to communicate the work of the UBC Climate Hub, expand opportunities for public climate learning through climate related content, lead the Climate Hub’s digital and social media strategy, including administering the website and social media channels and facilitate the compilation of the Climate Hub Annual Report.

WL W24 Embodied Carbon Policy Analyst, ID: 979356
The Embodied Carbon Policy Analyst Assistant will support the Embodied Carbon Project Manager and the Director of Urban Innovation Research in completing the policy review activities for the Pathways to Net-Zero Embodied Carbon in Building project. These activities include a wide range of tasks, including compiling, analyzing, supplementing with international and national reviews, and producing educational materials for Canada-wide embodied carbon reduction policies.

WL W24 Embodied Carbon Project Assistant, ID: 979357
As an Embodied Carbon Project Assistant at UBC Sustainability Hub, the potential candidate will play a vital role in supporting the "Pathways to Net-Zero Embodied Carbon in Buildings" project. His/her responsibilities will involve conducting research, analyzing data, and assisting with workshops to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration with experts from various sectors. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful sustainability research, gain valuable skills in low-carbon building practices and policy analysis, and work alongside a dedicated team of professionals.

WL W24 Engagement Assistant, ID: 979729
This position reports to and works closely with the Events and Engagement Manager within the Sustainability Hub which is responsible for the management of the bookable spaces in the CIRS building. This position is vital to helping us achieve our Unit goals of creating a community of building inhabitants all working towards a more just and sustainable future.

WL W24 Regional and International Engagement Assistant, ID: 979107
The Regional and International Engagement Assistant will play a vital role in supporting work on the UBC United Nations Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP29) portfolio, in particular coordinating events, doing research, creating resources and supporting the development of a new course. They will also be integral in assisting with a spring UBC Reads Sustainability program, evaluating a new Climate Action Planning micro-certificate, and planning Work Learn student events. 

WL W24 SH Project Asst, Climate Emergency MEL Activator, ID: 979352
The Project Assistant will be responsible for researching and compiling information and resources, collecting and interpreting data for MEL framework indicators, and assisting with meeting logistics. Additionally, they will support communication tasks, such as developing web resources, stories, videos, and infographics.

WL W24 Sustainability Communications Engagement Assistant, ID: 979106
We are seeking one Communications and Engagement Assistant to support the production and dissemination of information about UBC's sustainability-related activities. This includes producing original content (blog posts, social media posts, etc.) that demonstrates the diverse nature of our teaching, learning, research and community engagement initiatives, and supporting report production and campaigns.

WL W24 UBC Campus as a Living Lab Program Assistant, ID: 979110
The UBC Campus as a Living Lab Program Assistant will work with the Urban Innovation Research (UIR) team at the Sustainability Hub. This role supports the Campus as a Living Lab (CLL) framework, which integrates innovative applied research into academic programming, campus operations, and university policy. Key responsibilities include reviewing university policies, interviewing faculty and staff, developing written and visual content for the CLL website, social media, and reports, facilitating program events, and supporting knowledge mobilization. The position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, an interest in sustainability, research and innovation, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. This position runs from September 5, 2024, and is open to current UBC upper-undergraduate and graduate students across relevant disciplines.

WL W24 Urban Innovation Graphic Design Assistant, ID: 979360
As a graphic design assistant, the position will work closely with UBC Sustainability Hub staff to develop diagrams, illustrations, and other graphic materials for projects and programs related to green buildings, climate change, biodiversity, and other sustainability issues. The position is from September to April 2025, and we welcome applications from current UBC upper-undergraduate and graduate students across relevant disciplines.