Sustainability Intern

Innisfree Hotels is an inclusive workplace that fosters a culture of care where employees genuinely matter, and their voices are heard.

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Innisfree Hotels Inc.

Innisfree Hotels is an inclusive workplace that fosters a culture of care where employees genuinely matter, and their voices are heard.

Sustainability Intern

Department: Sustainability Supervisor: Director of Sustainability

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Approved By: Human Resources

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist in designing fun, interactive environmental education programming for guests
• Develop engaging educational materials such as activity books, games, signage, and presentations
• Script and storyboard kid-friendly videos or hands-on demos about dune and marine ecosystems
• Create age-appropriate activities that align with sustainability goals and can be led by hotel staff or volunteers
• Lead or assist with eco-themed guest activities, such as eco-scavenger hunts, beach cleanups, or nature walks
• Interact with children and families, encouraging interest in conservation through storytelling and interactive learning
• Collaborate with hotel teams to integrate and launch programming on properties
• Gather guest feedback and suggest improvements for program effectiveness and engagement
• Coordinate with local environmental organizations and community members to align programming with regional conservation efforts
• Seek opportunities to involve local experts or artists in delivering special programming or events
• Track participation numbers and collect data to assess the impact of programming
• Document processes, feedback, and lessons learned for future interns or hotel staff
• Assist in preparing reports or presentations summarizing program outcomes and areas for improvement
• Track progress and organize documentation for green certifications at properties
• Create employee engagement initiatives that align with sustainability goals and green certifications, including green team activities, posters, checklists, and other training materials
• Performs any other duties assigned by management

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or would like to pursue studies in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Ecology, Education, Hospitality, Sustainability, Marine Biology, or related fields.
• Self-Motivated and independent: Able to work with minimal supervision, take initiative, and manage time effectively.
• Enthusiastic communicator: Outgoing and passionate about environmental education, especially in engaging young audiences.
• Creative thinker: Demonstrates creativity in developing educational activities and solving challenges in imaginative ways.
• Flexible and adaptable: Comfortable shifting gears in a dynamic hospitality environment and accommodating varying guest needs.
• Team player: Works well with diverse teams including hotel staff, external partners, and families from all backgrounds.
• Detail-Oriented: Attentive to logistics and safety based on variability in settings and participants; prioritizes accuracy in educational content.
• Environmental knowledge: Basic understanding of sustainability principles, especially related to marine and coastal ecosystems.
• Tech-Savvy (Bonus): Familiar with tools like Canva, Google Slides, or simple video-editing apps for creating engaging materials.

Innisfree Hotels will invest in you, if you invest in you. We are a fast-paced, expanding company and we need team members who thrive on challenge, seek responsibility and value our culture to lead us into the next generation of growth.