MIT Partnership with the Harvard Climate and Sustainability Career Expo – Candidate Information – Career Advising & Professional Development

The partnership is supported by the following MIT Departments: Chemical Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Climate Education, Earth Atmospheric and Planetary Science, Mechanical Engineering, Sloan Climate Sustainability, Undergraduate Advising Center, and Career Advising and Professional Development

Interested in climate and sustainability and curious where you can make a difference? Attend the Climate and Sustainability Career Expo to learn about research, internships, and careers in climate.

Climate and Sustainability Career Expo – Friday, November 7, 2025, 1:00-4:00 ET, Harvard’s Gutman Conference Center – 6 Appian Way, Cambridge, MA 02138

Register for the event here.
Shuttle transportation will be available, making continuous loops between the main campus and Harvard from 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. To take the shuttle, meet at the steps of 77 Mass.

How is a career expo different from a career fair?

This event is intended to be a opportunity that encourages employers to showcase their work in the climate and sustainability space even if their full-time or internship opportunities are not yet posted. During the Career Expo employers will promote upcoming jobs, internships, research experiences, and projects at their organizations. While some employers may have roles posted by the event on Friday, November 7, 2025, many employers will open applications over the winter or in the spring.

This event is hosted by the Harvard FAS Mignone Center for Career Success (undergraduate, MA/MS/ALM, and PhD) in collaboration with the Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability, Harvard School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, Harvard Business School, Harvard Divinity School, Harvard Graduate School of Design, Harvard Graduate School of Education, Harvard Kennedy School, Harvard Law School, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Harvard Medical School, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Candidate information

Find employers looking for candidates like you. This event hosts employers who are actively recruiting for internships and jobs with start dates this year. Use our 2025 Harvard Climate & Sustainability Employers sortable database to filter attending employers.

Gather information and make connections for the future. Explore different industries and companies. Attend the expo to see the range of positions that use your skillset and explore options for your future internship and job search.

Connect with MIT alumni. Often times employers send MIT alumni in their organizations to participate in events on campus. Come connect with MIT alumni and learn how their MIT education and experience connected with their work.

Come prepared! Check out these tips to make the most of this opportunity to connect with employers. Wear professional attire aligned with your field of interest. If you’re unsure of what to wear, CAPD suggests smart casual attire.

New for 2025: Careers in Climate Action Speaker Series and Networking Event on Thursday Nov. 6th

Join us on November 6th for an evening with alumni, industry leaders, founders, and changemakers who are shaping the future of climate and sustainability careers. The program will feature a keynote address, dynamic panels, and lightning-round “reverse pitches” highlighting diverse pathways—from climate finance and clean technology to sustainable design, advocacy, and community leadership—followed by an interactive networking dinner connecting students, alumni, and employers from across the climate and sustainability ecosystem.

The event will also be livestreamed and recorded.

Date: Thursday, November 6th
Time: 3:30–9:00 PM
Location: Fong Auditorium in Boylston Hall, 5 Harvard Yard, Cambridge, MA 02138

Program Overview

3:30–4:15 PM | Panel 1 – Empowering Climate and Sustainability Leaders: Building the Workforce for Change

Anshuman Bapna, CEO, Terra.do
Matthias Muehlbauer, COO and Co-Founder, OnePointFive
Emilie McGlone, Executive Director, UN Peace Boat
Matheus Lima, Fellowship Coordinator, Clean Energy Leadership Institute
Kannan Thiruvengadam, Executive Director, Eastie Farm

Climate action starts with people. This panel brings together organizations training, mentoring, and mobilizing individuals to lead change—from local farms to global networks. Speakers will share how they’re building the skills, leadership, and community connections needed for a just and effective climate transition.

4:15–4:45 PM | Keynote – Careers with Impact: Navigating the Climate and Sustainability Job Landscape
Speaker: Leonard Adler, Founder and CEO, Green Jobs Network

The climate job market is dynamic—growing in some areas, contracting in others, and constantly shifting with policy, technology, and investment trends. Leonard Adler will share strategies for navigating this evolving landscape, whether you’re seeking your first role, making a transition, or building on existing experience. Learn how to align your skills and values with opportunities that make a meaningful impact.

4:45–5:30 PM | Reverse Pitch 1 – Climate and Sustainability Startups: Innovating Under Pressure

Emma Shockley, Chief Program Officer, Climate Cardinals
Carl Philip Dybwad, COO, Climate Cardinals
Luciano Bueno, CEO, Galy
Dr. Ahmad Antar, Founder and Executive Director, Digital Emissions
Oliver Barham, COO and Co-Founder, Terra Fusion
Nicolas Davies, Analyst at Carbon Containment Lab
Ujjwal Kumar, Founder, Quantum Alliance

Startups drive many of the most exciting climate innovations—but they also face steep hurdles. In this reverse pitch, founders will share what they’re building and one real challenge they’re tackling right now. Students and alumni will be invited to contribute fresh perspectives that could help shape the future of climate entrepreneurship.

5:30–5:45 PM | Break

5:45–6:15 PM | Panel 2 – Designing Resilient Futures: From Data to Action

Stephanie Gagnon, President, Climate Risk Institute
Tappan Parker, Outreach and Engagement Lead, World Resources Institute
Fernando Yu, Economist, Aretian Urban Analytics & Design LLC
Benjamin Matusow, Sr. Climate and Coastal Resilience Infrastructure Delivery Project Manager, City of Boston Planning Department
Moderator: Morayo Kamson, Master in Urban Planning ’27

Building climate resilience requires bridging data, design, and decision-making. This panel brings together leaders using analytics, research, and innovation to turn climate risk insights into action. Speakers will explore how they are helping communities and institutions design resilient futures in the face of a changing climate.

6:15–6:45 PM | Panel 3 – Financing the Future: Climate and Sustainability Capital and Philanthropy

Elizabeth Lewis, Managing Director and Global Head of Sustainability for the Infrastructure Group, Blackstone
Joanna Messing, CEO, Growald Climate Fund

Capital is a critical driver of climate action, but financing the transition requires creativity, patience, and cross-sector collaboration. This panel brings together leaders from investment, philanthropy, and global climate finance to explore how they’re mobilizing resources toward meaningful impact. Panelists will share insights on career paths that connect financial strategy with environmental and social outcomes—and how the next generation can help shape where capital flows.

6:45–7:30 PM | Reverse Pitch 2 – Leading for Impact: Scaling Climate and Sustainability Solutions Across System

Elizabeth Gray, CEO, Audubon Society
Øyvind Bjørnstad, Director of Sustainability, Vestre
Kayla Creek, Talent Manager, Elevate
Rob Werner, New Hampshire State Director, League of Conservation Voters
Lezlie A. Griffin, Director of Talent and Equity, Earthworks
Karina Weinstein, Director of Sustainability and Climate Change, FXB Global

Climate and sustainability leadership takes many forms—from protecting biodiversity and designing sustainable cities to expanding clean energy access, strengthening community resilience, and advancing climate justice. In this reverse pitch, cross-sector organizations will share key challenges they face in scaling equitable and impactful climate solutions. Students and alumni will be invited to think alongside these leaders, offering creative, cross-disciplinary ideas for collaboration and impact at scale.

7:30–9:00 PM | Networking Dinner & Reception
Join us for an informal buffet dinner and networking session in Ticknor Lounge. Organizations will be grouped by theme, making it easy for students to find and connect with presenters based on their interests and career goals. Employers and representatives are also encouraged to network with one another and build connections across the climate and sustainability ecosystem.