Find information and support to explore and advance your career in Environment and Sustainability.

The USC Career Center supports all career pursuits. If you are curious about the balance between the environment, equity, and economy with a commitment to meeting present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, learn more about the environment & sustainability. This community keeps you current on industry and job search trends, alerts you of upcoming relevant on-campus and virtual events, and notifies you of open internship and full-time roles.

We also encourage you to check out the resources provided by the USC Office of Sustainability which promotes Assignment: Earth the university’s sustainability framework for creating a healthy, just and thriving campus and world.  If you’re on campus, visit the new Sustainability HUB located next to the Career Center in STU-101. 

Click here to view Green Careers Resources compiled by the Office of Sustainability including job boards and links to explore various career pathways relating to Climate/Environmental, Energy & Technology, Engineering, Government, and more!

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Tap into the USC Trojan Family to get career advice. Alumni may offer valuable insight on how to transition from USC to the workplace. Many alumni are excited to give back to current students.

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Online Resources

The USC Career Center offers multiple resources to help individuals explore their career opportunities. We have curated several of our favorite resources to help discover career paths, learn about internship positions, and find full-time jobs.

 

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