Sustainability, Energy, Water & Conservation

Welcome to the Sustainability, Energy, Water, & Conservation Community!

The following sampling of tools and resources should be combined with your own research. We suggest you use targeted keyword searches to find representative employers and opportunities, explore professional associations, join LinkedIn groups, and browse additional job board postings. Remember to also search LinkedIn and MyPenn (formerly QuakerNet) to connect with Penn alumni in fields related to your interests. Additionally, the sample jobs and employers are only a small selection of what’s posted in Handshake – log in to see much more!

We also suggest using the Career Exploration section of our website for more information or researching by major.

Explore CareersCheck out Vault Guides to learn more about the various careers within sustainability, energy, water and conservation.
Make ConnectionsNetworking is simply talking and building relationships with professionals in careers that interest you to help you learn what it’s like to work in a particular role, field, or industry. In addition to MyPenn (formerly QuakerNet) and LinkedIN, there are also a variety of other professional associations that you may find of interest. Read more about how to make connections. 
Search & ApplyWhen looking for jobs, Handshake is a great place to start looking!
Find ResourcesOn this page, we’ve compiled many resources to help you prepare for a career in sustainability, energy, water or conservation. Of particular interest should be our industry specific job boards, as well as various professional organizations.

What's New?

Exploring Social Impact and Entrepreneurship

News & Articles
October 14, 2021

This is part of a series of posts by recipients of the 2021 Career Services Summer Funding Grant. We’ve asked funding recipients to reflect on their summer experiences and talk about the industries in which they spent their summer. You …

By Career Services

How To Study or Work Abroad No Matter Who You Are or What you Do

News & Articles
October 1, 2021

by Natalie Jesionka on the themuse.com

Have you ever thought about studying or working abroad but shrugged it off because you didn’t think it would be doable or relevant for your career?

If so, you’re not alone. Recently, the White …

By Esther Ra

3 Ways To Network Internationally

News & Articles
July 14, 2021

Have you ever networked with people outside of the U.S.? Whether you’re an international student looking to work in your home country or a domestic student looking for an adventure abroad, it’s always helpful to make connections in your industry …

By Jillian Cener

Next week! 2021 Job Search Prep Camp for PhDs in the Humanities & Social Sciences

News & Articles
June 4, 2021

Are you a PhD or postdoc in the humanities and social sciences (or an alum of a PhD program!) who is interested in learning more about careers outside of academia? Then you will want to check out all of part …

By Dianne Hull

Government Alumni Spotlight – Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

News & Articles
April 27, 2021

Throughout April, Career Services hosted a series of online chats with graduate alumni working for the federal government. On April 15th, we heard from a master’s in geosciences graduate who is currently working as a physical scientist for the U.S. …

By Dianne Hull

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HandshakeShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
Handshake is Career Services’ powerful platform for University of Pennsylvania students, postdocs and alumni served by our office.  Handshake uses …

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EcoJobsShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
Hundreds of environmental and sustainability jobs posted in newsletter format every two weeks. You can create your own free account …

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All Ivy Environmental and Sustainable Development Career FairShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
We are excited to announce that the 18th annual All Ivy Environmental and Sustainable Development Career Fair is going virtual as All …

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Get Into Energy JobsShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
Get Into Energy (GIE) was designed and launched by the Center for Energy Workforce Development (CEWD), a non-profit organization. CEWD’s …

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Climate Week at PennShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
The climate emergency is everyone’s business. Join us during Climate Week at Penn to find your place in the climate …

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Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority Inc.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity
La Unidad …

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Vault Career Guide to Energy, Third EditionShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
In the midst of an energy boom that has positioned the United States as one of the world’s top oil-producing …

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Vault Guide to Park and Public Land Jobs, Second EditionShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for a career …

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Vault Guide to Earth Science Jobs, Second EditionShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
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Vault Guide to Environmental Science and Conservation Jobs, Second EditionShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
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Vault Guide to Construction JobsShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
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Vault Guide to Nuclear Power Jobs, Second EditionShare This: Share on TwitterShare on LinkedinShare on Facebook
The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for a career …

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