Networking

Networking is an important aspect of a job search within these fields. Alumni are very happy to hear from undergrads, and often quite willing to offer advice and connections to opportunities. Make use of the Harvard Alumni Directory to find alumni and reach out to request an informational conversation. You’ll find not only alums from the College (ESPP, EPS, Enviro Engineering) but alums of the graduate schools, such as the Graduate School of Design and the Extension School Sustainability Master’s program. These alums are all around the world working in innovative and interesting fields related to energy, environment, and sustainability.

Firsthand Advisers Alumni Mentoring Platform

The Firsthand Advisers platform connects students with nearly 2,500 alumni from a variety of Harvard schools who have worked at top organizations worldwide and have volunteered to support current students in their career pursuits. Connect for one-on-one career chats, resume reviews, and mock interviews.

Harvard Alumni Groups

• Harvard Alumni Disaster Preparedness and Response Team
• Harvard Alumni for Agriculture
• Harvard Alumni for Climate and the Environment
• Harvard Alumni for Animal Health
• Harvard Alumni in IMPACT

Professional Organizations

Explore these organizations to connect with students and professionals:

• American Solar Energy Society
• Careers in Environmental Education
• National Association of Environmental Professionals
• National Science Foundation
• Net Impact
• New England Water Environment Association
• New England Women in Energy
• The New England Chapter of the United States Association for Energy Economics
• US Green Building Council
• Young Professionals in Energy

LinkedIn Groups

Consider joining LinkedIn Groups to network and stay informed. Examples include:

• Cleantech
• Green Jobs
• Harvard Alumni for Climate and the Environment
• Renewable Energy Jobs