Industry Resources
Research the Field
Contextualize different career opportunities within the Food, Environment & Sustainability industry - including salary ranges, qualifications, and specific career pathways - by reviewing the Occupational Outlook Handbook for fields like Farming & Forestry, Life, Physical & Social Science, or the Ecological Society of America’s page about careers in Ecology.
Find Industry Opportunities
Handshake is a great place to start your search, but industry-specific databases can help you find unique, highly specialized opportunities. Depending on your specific interests, you may want to consult the following sites:
- Farming: Beginning Farmers
- Food: Good Food Jobs
- Ecology: Ecological Society of America
- Sustainable Business: Net Impact
- Wildlife & Fisheries: Texas A&M
Consult a Professional Organization
Professional Organizations are local or national groups that advocate for specific industries. Connecting with one - either by visiting their website, becoming a member, or attending one of their events - is a great way to learn more about the industry, network with other professionals, and discover potential opportunities. A few Food & Sustainability Professional Organizations include:
- Animal Science: American Society of Animal Science
- Botany: Botanical Society of America
- Ecology: Ecology Society of America
- Environmentalists: National Association of Environmental Professionals
- Farming: American Society of Agronomy
Resumes, Cover Letters & More
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