Spring 2025 Co-Op Program

Please note: This is a 6-month full-time hybrid co-op based in Boston, MA that begins 01/13/2025 and ends 06/13/2025.

About the Co-op Program
The Ceres Co-op Program is a six-month opportunity designed to provide undergraduate students, graduate students, and individuals within six months after graduation with meaningful work experience in the nonprofit sector, focusing on sustainability issues.

Each participant is assigned a supervisor to provide direction, support, and mentorship throughout the program. This immersive co-op offers students an opportunity to gain professional work experience that furthers their education. Co-op participants will collaborate on projects and initiatives across various teams with programmatic impact at Ceres. Please note, individuals hired into this co-op will be assigned to a department within Ceres. Co-ops will be notified of their assigned program team prior to their start date.

This role is a temporary full-time hybrid position within commuting distance to Boston, MA. Candidates must be flexible to work with employees in all US time zones.

Specific duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist teams in planning, coordination, and execution of various projects, initiatives, and events.
• Support data tracking, research, and analysis for various programmatic or organizational initiatives.
• Draft communications including infographics, research briefs, presentations, and memos for internal and external audiences.
• Provide scheduling support for internal and external stakeholder meetings including developing meetings agendas, coordinating meeting logistics, taking minutes, and ensuring appropriate follow-up.
• Other projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently matriculated in an undergraduate or graduate program or within six (6) months after graduation.
• Demonstrated interest in environmental or sustainability issues (ESG)
• Strong administrative, organizational, communication, logistical, and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and effective presentation style.
• Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to comprehend, synthesize, and communicate complex sustainability issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), databases, and e-mail computer applications.
• Interest in being part of a diverse workforce and willingness to support Ceres’ Commitment to Inclusion and Equity.

How To Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter through our online application: https://www.ceres.org/careers/opportunities?gnk=job&gni=8a7885ac910ff3db01912d66f0a722c6

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boston, MA 02111

Salary : $18