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Interested in pursuing a future in Energy, Environment, and Sustainability? Find resources, events, opportunities, and advice to confirm your interest and kickstart your career.

Explore a career path in Energy, Environment, and Sustainability

Do you have a passion for ensuring the health and safety of our planet? Perhaps an opportunity in environmental management, renewable energy research, or climate policy and advocacy might be for you. Or maybe you are looking to utilize your business savvy? You might choose to work for a consulting firm analyzing energy markets and industry trends, or you may take on a role helping companies develop more sustainable business practices.

No matter what your area of study, unique skill-sets, or preferred job setting, there are a wealth of possibilities in this field. Careers in energy, the environment, and sustainability can take many forms and are found across a diverse group of industries. From business, technology, and energy production; to sustainable development, conservation and climate science; to research and teaching; to even law and policy, opportunities are numerous and exist in both the public and private sector.

 

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Sustainability

Increasingly, MIT students are becoming aware of all sectors’ responsibilities in reducing global emissions and creating environmental solutions.

Students want to know that the business that they will be working for is having a positive impact.

The sustainability page offers tools to help students engage potential employers on climate action and environmental stewardship, explore careers in sustainability, and view valuable resources.

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Energy

A dedicated page for this career interest is coming soon, but there are already resources and events tagged to this homepage.


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Environment

A dedicated page for this career interest is coming soon, but there are already resources and events tagged to this homepage.


First Valley Fellowship for early-stage innovators – Apply now!

Going from groundbreaking research to a first prototype is hard. 

The space between a proof of concept and a validated prototype is fraught with challenges: it’s a pivotal period that determines whether an innovation can evolve into a viable business. …

By Kendel Jester
Kendel Jester Assistant Director, Early Career Engagement
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Student positions at MIT’s Office of Sustainability

The Office of Sustainability regularly offers internships and other positions for both undergraduate and graduate students. Check out available opportunities on their website.

By Kendel Jester
Kendel Jester Assistant Director, Early Career Engagement
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February Career Exploration Events

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romance—it’s also a great excuse to invest a little love in your future. 💘 This February, CAPD’s Career Exploration events are here to help you explore new paths, meet inspiring professionals, and spark ideas that might …

By Qingqing Ouyang
Qingqing Ouyang Career Exploration Leader
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Now recruiting: CAPD Career Exploration Leaders

Do you want to plan events for students and collaborate with alumni, employers, and graduate/professional school admissions staff? As a Career Exploration Leader, you’ll manage large-scale projects and gain valuable leadership experience in program management, teamwork, data collection and analysis, …

By Tianna Ransom
Tianna Ransom Assistant Director, Career Exploration
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Millennium Oceans Prize – Priority deadline January 31st!

The Millennium Oceans Prize, which awards up to $5000 to a student (undergrad or graduate) who is working toward the UN Sustainable Development Goal 14 of protecting and preserving Life under Water, is returning to support and celebrate students who …

By Kendel Jester
Kendel Jester Assistant Director, Early Career Engagement
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Handshake 101: What it is & how to use it*

CAPD is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for everyone we serve. If you need any disability-related accommodations to …

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) received funding beginning in Fiscal Year 2010 to develop and implement the collection of …

In addition to Handshake, you can use the websites below to find jobs and internships related to energy, environment and …

Since the magazine was founded in 1956 New Scientist has also been helping to put brilliant scientists to work with …