Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

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Be You. Be Bold. Choose Duke.

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Be You.

At Duke, we celebrate individuality and the unique perspectives that each member of our community brings. As the Non-Duke Student Intern – Course Assistant, you’ll play an essential role in supporting graduate-level courses focused on carbon accounting and certifications. Your contributions will help create an engaging and organized learning experience for students during the Spring 2026 semester.

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Be Bold.

The Course Assistant position offers an opportunity to work closely with Professor Holly Emerson, the instructor for ENV 790.10 and ENV 990.02. You’ll gain hands-on experience in academic support and classroom coordination while contributing to sustainability-focused education.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with course logistics, including managing materials and coordinating assignments.
• Support classroom activities and discussions.
• Provide administrative and academic support to Professor Emerson.
• Help ensure a smooth and engaging learning experience for students.

This position is not benefits eligible and requires approximately 5 hours per week.

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Choose Duke.

Join a community committed to excellence, collaboration, and innovation. At Duke, your work will make a meaningful impact on students and the future of environmental education.

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Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and help us build a stronger, smarter, and more connected future.

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

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Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.