Green careers exist in many fields and at many education levels. Start with a sector that matches your interests, then explore individual careers, skills, education pathways, and the impact you could make.
Explore careers that protect ecosystems, wildlife, forests, water, and communities through science, conservation, policy, data, and hands-on environmental work.
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Discover careers that design, build, maintain, and improve cleaner energy systems, efficient buildings, sustainable technology, and climate-focused infrastructure.
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Learn about careers that strengthen how food is grown, sourced, distributed, conserved, and made accessible while supporting healthy communities and the planet.
Explore this sector →Explore your interests with the PLT Green Jobs Quiz, a separate resource developed by Project Learning Tree. Then return to the Toolkit to explore your next steps.
☑ Take the PLT Green Jobs Quiz
Green careers involve roles that preserve or revitalize our natural eco-systems. These careers are high-growth, quality jobs centered around sustainable development, environmental justice, and climate resilience. They encompass direct roles in emerging clean-energy sectors and traditional jobs where workers integrate sustainable practices into their career goals.
