Sustainability is the philosophy that increasingly drives global business, organization and politics. Our changing world has presented challenges including climate change, reliance on traditional energy sources, water issues and a growing demand for socially and environmentally responsible products and services. The Sustainability double-degree program exposes students to these real-world problems and fosters knowledge, skills and abilities to address them in communities and workplaces.
Degree: B.S. in Sustainability (Double Degree), Minor in Sustainability
Potential career options in Sustainability:
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| Conservation Manager Consultant Development Director Director of Sustainability Energy Analyst Energy Manager Environmental Analyst Environmental Compliance Environmental Specialty Environmental Technician |
Evaluation Consultant Facilities Manager Health & Safety Consultant Land Use Planner Marketing Strategist Operations Manager Parks Planner Program Coordinator Program Lead Project Manager |
Quality Assurance Analyst Recycling Representative Strategic Sourcing Specialist Supply Chain Specialist Sustainability Analyst Sustainability Coordinator Sustainability Data Analyst Sustainability Specialist Territory Manager Transportation Manager |
Where are OSU Sustainability alumni working?(Data obtained from LinkedIn) |
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| Policy Analyst, Oregon Housing & Community Services Residential & Schools Recycling Coordinator, City of Gresham Energy Projects Analyst, Safeway Environmental Scientist, Clear Fork Consulting Services Project Specialist, KEEN, Inc Senior Project Manager, Sustainable World Coalition LEED AP Project Manager, Interface Engineering Planning Analyst, Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance Solid Waste District Program Manager, Lincoln County Sustainability Manager, Lewis & Clark College Consumer Products Coordinator, DreamWorks Animation Sustainability Project Engineer, FedEx Ground Member Services Manager, Northwest Natural Resource Group Project Manager, US Environmental Protection Agency |
Where have OSU-Cascades students participated in experiential learning (internships/research/etc.)? |
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Deschutes Brewery |
Job Search
In addition to our general job, internship, and volunteer search resources, below are some industry specific resources to help you search for opportunities in sustainability. Don't forget the important process of researching employers and networking with professionals in companies/organizations that you are interested in.
- EcoJobs
- Green Jobs
- Green Dream Jobs
- American Planning Association
- Business for Social Responsibility
- Bright Green Talent
- Conservation Job Board
- B Corps
- Farm and Ranch Jobs
- Student Conservation Association
Research Resources
Graduate School
In addition to our general Graduate/Professional School resources, utilize the following resources for researching advanced degrees in sustainability.
- Association for the Advancement of Sustainablity in Higher Education Sustainabiilty-Focused Masters Degree Programs
- Sustainability Degrees
Professional Associations
Involvement in professional associations can expand your network, keep you up to date on current trends in the field, and give you access to additional job and internship opportunities. This is a sampling of professional associations that you could get involved in.
- International Society of Sustainability Professionals
- Association of Sustainability Practitioners
- Sustainability Management Association
- National Association for Environmental Management
- Solid Waste Association of North America
Additional Resources
Career Development Center
The Career Development Center is here to help you navigate your future path.