The Tufts University Career Center is hosting a Green Careers Networking Night on Thursday, March 13th, from 6-8pm at the Tufts Medford Campus.
Join us for Green Careers Networking Night, an exclusive event designed for college students eager to explore careers in sustainability and environmental sectors. Whether you’re a student majoring in environmental studies, engineering, business, or any other field with an interest in sustainability, this event is your gateway to discovering diverse opportunities in the green economy.
Event Highlights:
- Networking Opportunities: Meet alumni and employer representatives from companies, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and startups leading the way in sustainability. Build connections with industry professionals and peers who share your passion for environmental impact.
- Career Paths in Sustainability: Explore a wide variety of roles dedicated to making the planet more sustainable. Positions could range from renewable energy engineers to environmental policy analysts, sustainability consultants, and green marketing experts. Whether you’re interested in hands-on roles or strategic planning, there’s a pathway for you.
Possible Areas to Explore:
- Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency: Roles focused on solar, wind, geothermal, and energy storage technologies, including engineers, project managers, and energy analysts.
- Environmental Conservation and Management: Opportunities in wildlife conservation, forest management, water resources, and land conservation. Positions include environmental scientists, land planners, and biodiversity experts.
- Sustainable Business and Operations: Jobs related to reducing the environmental footprint of businesses. Roles in sustainability management, corporate social responsibility (CSR), waste management, supply chain sustainability, and green product development.
- Green Tech and Innovation: Positions in startups and established companies developing cutting-edge technologies to address climate change, such as environmental data scientists, tech developers, and R&D specialists.
- Policy, Advocacy, and Environmental Law: Roles for those interested in creating systemic change through policy, law, and advocacy. Positions could include environmental lawyers, policy advisors, or campaign managers working for nonprofit organizations or government agencies.
- Urban Planning and Sustainable Design: Opportunities for architects, urban planners, and civil engineers focused on creating energy-efficient, sustainable cities and infrastructure.
What to Expect:
- Panel Discussion and Q&A: Industry leaders will share insights into their careers and advice for entering the green sector.
- Networking with Alumni & Organizations: Professionals will be available to discuss their career pathways, background and experience, industry insights, and more.
Don’t miss this chance to learn about the growing green economy and kickstart your career in sustainability. Come prepared to make connections, ask questions, and explore how you can be part of the change towards a more sustainable world!
Employers and Alumni, if you would like to participate, email Associate Director of Employer Relations Susan Atkins at susan.atkins@tufts.edu. Students, if you would like to attend, register through Handshake to attend this upcoming event.
Agenda :
6:00pm Registration/Check-In (Food available from 5:45pm)
6:10pm: Event Kick-Off Opening Remarks
6:20pm: Industry Expert & Tufts alumni Panel
7:00pm: Networking with Company/Organization Representatives: During the NETWORKING sessions, each organization will have table during which students can freely move from to engage with professionals from the organizations they choose)
This event is co-sponsored by the following offices and departments:
Environmental Studies Program – Celebrating 40 Years in 2024/2025
Tufts Office of Sustainability
Department of Earth & Climate Science
