Green jobs

A former Climate Corps fellow working on a computer. — There are many ways to break into the green workforce. EDF’s Climate Corps fellowship program trains and pairs graduate students, like the former fellow pictured here, with companies and public institutions to meet climate and energy goals.

A paycheck with purpose: From climate change to toxic pollution, we can solve today’s greatest environmental problems. But we’ll need environmental champions in every industry to meet this challenge. If you’re ready to get to work saving the planet, green jobs are growing fast — and they’re available in just about any field.

Begin your journey: Starting a search can be daunting, especially if you don’t have connections in the industry or aren’t sure how to map your skills to new roles. We’ve gathered resources to help. Keep reading to explore climate careers and get practical advice on breaking into the green workforce.

Tips for your green job hunt

Explore real-life strategies for landing a green job that matches your skills and interests.

EDF’s Degrees podcast

Degrees is your podcast community for advice and inspiration to guide you on a purpose-driven journey to find a green job.

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All about climate jobs

Get tips from movers and shakers in the green workforce in this podcast miniseries on starting a climate career.

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Land a green job 101

From resume help to networking tips, this six-part podcast miniseries is packed with practical advice for green jobseekers.

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3 tips for getting started

Our in-house expert Yesh Pavlik Slenk shares advice for finding a green job that’s right for you.

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Green job trends

Sustainability careers are surging. We interviewed a leading researcher about what you need to know.

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How to green any job

This Degrees podcast episode focuses on ways you can put a climate lens on the job you currently have.

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Discover green career options

Want a planet-saving career? 8 young standouts share their stories

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Climate anxiety to climate action: They made careers out of saving the planet

Quitting for a cause: These visionaries left their jobs for planet-saving careers

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Green jobs hub

Get started with this collection of job boards and resources curated by the team behind EDF’s Degrees green jobs podcast.

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EDF Climate Corps

This hands-on fellowship pairs graduate students with companies and public institutions to meet sustainability goals.

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Work at EDF

We’re an environmental nonprofit working to build a vital Earth for everyone. Grow your career by joining our team.
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Updates

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Featured insights from Degrees, our green jobs podcast

Degrees highlights in-depth, up-close conversations with innovators who are using their careers to make a difference. Get inspired by their stories and follow in their footsteps.