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Students interested in learning more about sustainability through practical experience will find a number of opportunities available right here on Auburn’s main campus. In addition to our office, current on-campus programs that offer internships in areas related to sustainability include:
Academic Sustainability Programs
For more information about opportunities in these areas, please contact the appropriate office.
Student staff members (L to R): Cole Bedics, Chloe Hoefling, Sarah Reilein, and Lilly Dawson at the 2025 National Sustainability Society Conference at the University of Notre Dame.
The Office of Sustainability offers paid student employment opportunities each academic year beginning with the fall semester in August. Positions are open to students who have sophomore, junior, or senior standing at the beginning of the academic year.
Students from any academic discipline that want to make a difference by applying their talents, training, and skills in ways that will support Auburn University in its move toward sustainability are encouraged to apply.
Office of Sustainability student staff have the opportunity to work on a range of individual and team projects. As such, we look for self-motivated, team-oriented, and collaborative individuals who are capable of independent work. Our expectation is that our student staff will commit to 15 hours per week while classes are in session.
In applying specific knowledge, skills, & talents, student staff will:
We issue a call for applications each February and make final decisions for the next academic year by the end of March. Announcements for applications are made via our digest, website, This Week at AU, and social media.
For questions concerning employment, please contact us.
Each year we’re lucky to have a group of undergraduate students contribute their time and talents to help achieve our mission. You can learn a bit more about this year’s group below, and of course, you can meet our prior year student staff, too!
Hannah-Grace Armentrout is a senior majoring in Nursing at Auburn University. Originally from Wake Forest, North Carolina, she grew up with a strong passion for spreading empathy and kindness within her community—both in interpersonal relationships and in caring for the world around her. From a young age, Hannah-Grace has been driven to serve others, recognizing that our communities deserve the same care and respect they give to us. She hopes to pursue a career as a Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurse, where she can support children and their families while contributing to the advancement of care and understanding of childhood cancer. As an intern with the Office of Sustainability, Hannah-Grace is excited to combine her creativity and passion for service by promoting sustainable practices across campus and encouraging others to care for their communities in meaningful ways. In her free time, she enjoys painting, reading, serving at church, and studying at local coffee shops with friends—especially Side Track.
Lilly is in her senior year studying Marketing. She is from Dothan, Alabama, and grew up coming to the plains throughout her childhood as she was raised to be a die-hard Auburn fan. A love for the environment and a passion for stewardship has always been instilled in her from throwing out corn for deer with her dad, having family picnics at the Kolomoki Mounds, and visiting her grandparents' home with dogs, cats, chickens, goats, and a bass pond! Lilly is excited to work with the Office of Sustainability and grow in her knowledge of sustainability and experience in marketing.
Wesley Hawkins is a Fifth-Year student majoring in Architecture. He grew up in a small town in the mountains of Northeast Alabama. He enjoys playing tennis, antiquing, exploring new places, and seafood boils. Wes became interested in sustainability as he pursued his degree and learned about various building materials. He enjoys seeking new ways to integrate various systems and materials into his projects in order to increase building utility and lifespan. As an intern, Wes hopes to highlight and display that sustainability comes in all forms and takes shape in everyday life in more ways than imaginable.
Hallie Herring is a sophomore pursuing a major in Interior Design and a minor in Sustainability Studies. As an Auburn High School graduate, Hallie was born and raised as an Auburn fan. She grew up dancing and playing music and now enjoys reading, thrifting, and spending time outdoors. Hallie is excited to bring her knowledge of design and sustainability together to change the design world into one that works with the environment rather than against it. During her time with the Office of Sustainability, Hallie hopes to deepen her knowledge of sustainability and spread that knowledge around campus and within the Auburn community.
Chloe is a junior pursuing a major in Industrial Design with a minor in Sustainability Studies and Studio Art. She is passionate about blending her knowledge in industrial design and sustainability to tackle issues related to overconsumption and advocate for the use of sustainable production methods and materials across industries. In her free time, Chloe enjoys a variety of activities, like spending quality time with her cat, Zoe, time outside in the sun, reading, painting, or finding new dessert recipes to bake. During her time with the Office of Sustainability, Chloe wishes to learn more about how to practice sustainable living and inspire others on campus to embrace sustainable practices as well.
Yarianna is a senior majoring in Apparel Merchandising. She was born and grew up in Caracas, Venezuela. She is passionate about music, sports, and nature. Additionally, during her free time she loves playing violin, traveling, taking pictures of the sky, and being surrounded by her loved ones. Yarianna has been involved in sustainability since she was little as her mother has shared with her ways to be more environmentally conscious. Yarianna would like to help create marketing strategies that help raise consumer awareness about sustainable fashion. As an intern with the Office of Sustainability, she hopes to learn more about different strategies to continue helping the planet and spread this knowledge to her entire community.
Sarah is a senior majoring in Industrial and Systems Engineering with a minor in Sustainability Studies. Growing up in a military family, she has moved all over the world, gaining an appreciation for diverse cultures and global perspectives. These experiences taught her the importance of protecting our planet so future generations can also experience all it has to offer. Sarah believes that any act of sustainability, no matter how small, matters, especially in today’s consumer-driven world. Working at the Office of Sustainability, Sarah hopes to gain hands-on experience that she can carry into her future career, where she aspires to drive positive change for people and the planet.
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