If you have an interest in nonprofits and green jobs, there are many organizations that could use your help. Gaining exposure to green jobs through summer volunteer or internship experiences, can be a big boost to your resume when looking for future employment in the field. No matter where you live, there are many opportunities available to be able to make a real contribution in improving the environment.
If you have a particular interest in the environment, I would recommend that you check out the local newspaper, phone book, along with doing a general google search for organizations specializing in that area. Idealist.org offers a plethora of opportunities all across the globe. Greenbiz.com and Treehugger are also excellent places to look for green jobs. Signing up with organizations like Bright Green Talent will put you in touch with companies seeking volunteers in making positive change.
On Friday the latest version of the American Clean Energy and Security Act was introduced in Washington DC and they're hoping to get a full House vote by the end of this week. According to Subcommittee Chairman Edward Markey (D-Mass.), "This bill marks the dawn of the clean energy age". "This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to revive our economy and create millions of good-paying clean energy jobs.”
Students majoring in environmental science or studies can compliment their coursework by doing internships or volunteering. These experiential activities will help provide the knowledge and skills that are going to be in even more demand in the future.
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