Waste & Recycling Intern
2027 SUMMER INTERNSHIP
Facilities Management - Waste & Recycling
George Mason University’s Facilities & Campus Operations is committed to providing a safe, functional, and clean community experience and to ensuring a quality physical environment that supports the university's mission. We will be the technical and business experts of choice with the total trust and confidence of our students, faculty, and staff.
Location: George Mason Facilities Building, 10402 Rivanna River Way, Fairfax, VA
Internship Type: Paid, $17/hr. Up to 30 Hrs./week
Duration: May 24, 2027 – August 13, 2027
Application Deadline: Feb 27, 2027
About the Role
Support Mason’s award-winning Waste & Recycling Department in advancing campus sustainability. This internship offers practical experience in waste audits, composting systems, and recycling education.
What You’ll Learn & Do
- Support the waste recycle initiatives;
- Collect data, shadow waste/recycle workers on routes, and recommend processes to improve efficiency;
- Support the waste/recycling team with training on technology & software; Support the implementation of new glass recycling locations in academic and housing residential life buildings;
- Support the installation of the housing residential life smart bin system.
Ideal Candidate
- Undergraduate student interested in sustainability, environmental science, or public works. No graduate students
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Comfortable with fieldwork and data entry
- Enthusiastic about waste reduction and recycling education
Why Join Us?
- Hands-on experience in campus waste operations
- Exposure to sustainability practices and data analysis
- Collaborative work with Facilities & Campus Operations staff
- Opportunity to contribute to Mason’s zero-waste goals, and build your resume.