Career Development

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Develop your sustainability career!

Check out these resources to help you network, learn crucial career skills, and land the sustainability job of your dreams! 

Student Opportunities

Get involved on campus with through our Student Organizations and opportunities with on-campus departments like Resource Recovery and University Housing & Dining. These groups give students hands-on experience and leadership opportunities. View the full list here.

Sustainability & Environmental Job and Internship Feed

Texas Career Engagement's Sustainability/Environmental Jobs and Internships Feed is a great snapshot of sustainability/environmental postings in HireUTexas (powered by Handshake). This is not an exhaustive list of sustainability/environmental opportunities, be sure to login to HireUTexas to expand your search and see more opportunities!

Science & Sustainability Career Community - Texas Career Engagement

Texas Career Engagement created Career Communities to provide industry-specific resources, opportunities, and connections for all students, regardless of academic focus. Each of the interdisciplinary career community toolkits provides information to specifically help students who are not majoring in a related area of study. Career communities can help students successfully navigate a particular career field and connect with opportunities. Join the Science & Sustainability Career Community to explore fields such as aerospace, agriculture, biology, automotive, biotech, civil engineering, construction, environmental services, healthcare, research, and other related fields.

Texas Exes Sustainability Network

Stay connected even after you leave the 40 Acres. The Sustainability Alumni Network is open to all current and former UT-Austin students, staff, and faculty with an interest in environmental and social sustainability. Also, join the Alumni Network on LinkedIn!

Upcoming Career Events

Get help on your resume, meet alumni, network, and more at these upcoming career events!

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Scheduled
Wednesday September 3, 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
POB 2.302
Get ready for the career fair!
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Thursday September 4, 2025, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
FAC 2.236
Polish your resume and LinkedIn profile!
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Tuesday September 9, 2025, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
GDC Atrium
Get resume-ready for the career fair!
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Wednesday September 10, 2025, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
FAC 2.236
Spice up your LinkedIn profile with a new headshot!
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Monday September 15, 2025, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Welch Grand Hallway
Part of the College of Natural Science’s Experiential Learning Week.
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Tuesday September 16, 2025, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Recreational Sports Center
Explore career and internship opportunities with 200+ employers at the Tech & Science Career Fair, open to all UT Austin students and alumni. Part of the College of Natural Science’s Experiential Learning Week.
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Tuesday September 16, 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
NHB 1.720
Are you a CNS student curious about studying, researching or interning abroad? Discover how you can turn your academic journey into an international adventure!
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Wednesday September 17, 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
NHB 1.720
Wondering what it’s like to dive into research as a CNS student at UT? Join us for an inspiring panel featuring fellow students who’ve explored exciting research opportunities across campus and beyond.
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Wednesday September 24, 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
FAC 2.236
Prepare for your next technical interview!
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Tuesday October 7, 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Zoom
Learn how to build a strong grad school application!