Environment Resources

Here are some recommended links for those interested in careers related to the environment. You will also find excellent information at the Vault, Wetfeet, and Spotlight on Careers websites.

Center for Environmental Studies

Of course, one of the best resources you have is right on campus at CES. They have a library full of materials on environmental organizations, policy issues, and alumni activities. They host Log Lunches that bring alums to campus to speak about their careers and the issues about which they care the most. They have job information and funding for summer projects. If you’re not involved at CES, and interested in the Environment, you should be!

General overview of environmental career planning

Careers in sustainable energy

Orion’s Grassroots Network - links to hundreds of environmental nonprofits, easily searched

Green Dream Jobs - "These days, the most talented people want to work with environmentally and socially progressive organizations. Green Dream Jobs is only open to employers that clearly embrace sustainable business practices and/or have high quality environmental jobs."

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Careers

Green Collar Jobs Board is located on the SustainLane.com website, a green living website. It contains hundreds of opportunities that enhance sustainability.

EcoEmploy.com - Specialized listings for environmental employment.

The Big Green Internship Book: Internships and Summer Jobs for the
Environment lists organizations by state and includes address, phone, website, organization description, program, majors desired, stipend, term, application procedure, additional information.

Jane Cary

Director of Health Professions and Science Advising

Email Ms. Cary

Jane helps those students interested in pursuing careers and graduate study in the sciences, including the health professions.