Careers
Careers & Internships
There is a growing need for students to understand sustainability to succeed in their careers, even for students who do not plan to focus on sustainability endeavors. There are a variety of career paths students can take in the realm of sustainability. These opportunities include conservation and restoration, organizational sustainability management, consulting (including LEED and climate planning), energy management, green building design, and teaching. The first step is seeing what your interests align with! Find out through working with a variety of organizations or asking for informational interviews!
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Current Opportunities

San Diego Regional Water/Wastewater Intern
Water/Wastewater interns receive on-the-job training from innovative and professional staff in the industry. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working outdoors and seeing the tangible results of their work, are creative problem solvers with a desire to learn, are self-motivated, and are passionate about providing an essential service to their community. Apply Here.

Scholarship Application for Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate 2025
Over 23,000 students worldwide have been putting the expert knowledge they gained from this certificate program to good use, improving their personal health, advancing their careers, and serving their communities. Apply for the Scholarship Application Here.
All Opportunities
California Department of Toxic Substances Control
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
City of Los Angeles Environmental Sanitation
California Department of Parks and Recreation
California Department of Conservation
City of San Diego Environmental Services
U.S. Department of Agriculture
San Diego River Park Foundation
National Parks Conservation Association
San Diego Green Building Council
Environmental Health Coalition
Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy
Environmental Law & Policy Center
Factory Farming Awareness Coalition
California Native Plant Society