Volunteering

Move-In Green is your chance to help shape a more sustainable Penn – starting the moment new students arrive. As a volunteer, you’ll welcome incoming students and families, share information about Penn’s green initiatives, and provide hands-on recycling support during Move-In. It’s one of the first – and most impactful – ways students can get involved with Penn Sustainability.

You’ll staff info tables at high-traffic locations like Houston Hall, the Quad, and College Houses, help students learn how to recycle properly, and promote opportunities to live and learn sustainably on campus.

This is a unique opportunity to connect with peers, meet staff, build leadership skills, and play a visible role in Penn’s sustainability story.

2025 Dates

• Monday, August 18: Training (4 hours)
• Tuesday & Wednesday, August 19-20: Volunteer Shifts (9:00am-5:00pm)

Who Can Volunteer?

Any undergraduate student entering their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year is welcome and encouraged to apply to volunteer. First-years are encouraged to connect with Move-In Green volunteers during Move-In and get involved in other sustainability initiatives later in the year.

What You’ll Do

• Attend a 4-hour training session with the Move-In Green team
• Staff outreach tables during Move-In
• Educate students about Penn’s recycling system and sustainability programs
• Provide in-the-moment recycling assistance in College Houses

Minimum commitment: 20 hours (including training)

Why Join?

• Free early move-in to your College House
• Free meals (breakfast and lunch on shift days and lunch on training day)
• A free Penn Sustainability t-shirt
• Leadership and outreach experience
• Work with a passionate team of students and staff

Apply now to Volunteer for Move-In Green 2025

Questions?

Contact Noah Swistak, Sustainability Manager, at swistak@upenn.edu.