Explore the Energy, Environment & Sustainability Career Community.

Are you driven by curiosity and eager to make a difference? The Energy, Environment & Sustainability Community is designed for students who are passionate about exploring and discovering career opportunities that address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. This community covers diverse fields such as Research and Development, Marine Science, Environmental Management, Energy, Physical Sciences, and Food and Agriculture.

If you enjoy defining problems, gathering and analyzing data, and interpreting complex findings, this is the place for you. Whether you’re interested in analyzing systems, critiquing research, examining cause-and-effect relationships, or formulating and testing hypotheses, you’ll find ample opportunities to apply your skills.

Join us as we tackle critical issues like climate change, ocean conservation, clean energy, and sustainable food and water systems. Explore industry-specific content, connect with like-minded peers, and discover the pathways that align with your passion for a sustainable future.

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Duke Summer 2026 Undergraduate Research Awards

Applications for Summer 2026 assistantship and conference awards are OPEN! These opportunities are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so apply early!

– Assistantships Awards: https://lnkd.in/eWDgx94j
– Conference Awards: https://lnkd.in/eV9y-gJX

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By Greg Victory (he/him/his)
Greg Victory (he/him/his) Assistant VP Student Affairs/Fannie Mitchell Executive Director, Career Center
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Where the Jobs Actually Are (Sector Breakdown)

Not all climate jobs look the same—so where is the actual hiring happening right now?

While “clean energy” often gets the spotlight, the climate workforce is spread across several high-growth sectors:

What’s important here—many of these jobs are local, practical, …

By Carl Thompson
Carl Thompson Senior Career Specialist
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Climate Tech + Interdisciplinary Innovation

Interested in startups, product, or tech in the climate space?

Climate tech is expanding into areas like:

👉 Check out this overview of where climate tech investment and careers are heading:
https://www.breakthroughenergy.org/our-work

By Carl Thompson
Carl Thompson Senior Career Specialist
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Where to Find Climate Internships & Jobs

Looking for real opportunities in climate and sustainability?

A few platforms consistently posting internships and early-career roles:

These platforms span roles across consulting, policy, tech, energy, and environmental organizations.

👉 Start exploring here:
https://climateinternships.org/

By Carl Thompson
Carl Thompson Senior Career Specialist
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Professional Development + Industry Exposure

One of the fastest ways to break into climate careers? Exposure + network.

Classroom knowledge is important—but many students land opportunities by building connections, staying current on industry trends, and showing genuine interest in the space.

A few ways to start …

By Carl Thompson
Carl Thompson Senior Career Specialist
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Career Readiness Resources

Senior Class Outcomes, 2022-2025

Class of 2025 Overall Report

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Summer Experiences, Summers 2024 & 2025

Every summer, students across campus dive into amazing experiences—internships, volunteering, research, classes, Duke sponsored programs, and more. Our Summer Experience …

Duke Career Center – Virtual Interview Room Reservations

Duke Career Center – Virtual Interview Room Reservation Policy

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Rate of Change Podcast from Duke Engineering

If you like to hear about innovative ways Engineers are solving problems, don’t miss the Rate of Change podcast from …

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