October is Zero Waste Month at UB and it’s the perfect time to start exploring how your career path can align with the values of sustainability and environmental impact. Across industries, employers are looking for graduates who can help them reduce waste, meet climate goals, and rethink business as usual.
If you’re ready to take the next step, start with Bullseye powered by Handshake, UB’s job search platform. Handshake lists hundreds of sustainability-related internships and jobs across nonprofit, government, and corporate sectors. A few types of employers you’ll find recruiting in this space include:
- Sustainability consulting firms that help organizations design greener supply chains.
- Waste and recycling companies like RoadRunner or Zero Waste Solutions that directly advance zero waste goals.
- Clean energy and green tech companies such as Tesla, Siemens, and local energy providers working toward decarbonization.
- Nonprofits and policy organizations focused on conservation, environmental justice, and community resilience.
Be strategic in your search: use keywords like “sustainability,” “zero waste,” “circular economy,” or “ESG” on Handshake to find opportunities tailored to your interests. And when you apply, highlight experiences where you made an impact; whether through reducing waste on campus, volunteering, or leading a project with measurable results.
