Students working in the field

Looking to get career-ready? We've got you covered.

Access resources about careers in food, the enviornment, and sustainability - including specialized job & internship databases and our guide to resumes & more.

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:

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:

Resumes, Cover Letters & More

For help standing out in the job & internship search, consider attending a drop-in, submitting your resume or cover letter for an online document review, or consulting our resource pages:

Curious about how your identity may play a role in your future career? Check out our Identity-Based Resources.

The University of Vermont Career Center Division of Student Affairs

Join Our Group!

Activate your UVM Connect profile & select Food, Environment & Sustainability as your Career Interest Group.  Join additional groups (as many as you'd like) using the Groups link on the left.

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