Our Bright Future projects have shown that having working experience in the environmental sector has multiple benefits on young people’s
  • employability
  • engagement with nature
  • personal development
  • health and wellbeing
Currently, young people face barriers to employment in the environmental sector due to the level of experience, or formal qualifications, expected for many jobs. There is a need for more entry-level positions for young people who are just starting out in the sector, as well as support to help them seek out and access these opportunities.
We have conducted research to demonstrate the positive impact that job schemes in the environmental sector have on young people’s lives. You can read our full report here, or a shorter summary here.
What are environmental careers?
When you think of careers in the environmental sector, you might picture hands-on conservation work – but there’s a vast array of jobs! In our event Environmental Careers: Young People’s Q&A we featured young speakers from a range of roles – including a Communications Officer, Marine Pollution Officer and Senior Parliamentary Officer – highlighting the variety of careers available. Watch the recording of the event below.
Do you know someone who is interested in working in the environmental sector? Or are you a young person looking to start your journey? Check out some of the useful links below to get started:
  • Belfast Hills Environmental Careers Resource Pack: a fantastic digital resource featuring biographies of different environmental careers, tips on applying for jobs and FAQs
  • Shropshire Wildlife Trust careers booklet: Featuring real life case studies and detailed role requirements. A Career in the Environment is a brilliant guide for young people considering a career in the environmental sector
  • Green Employability resource produced by YouthLink Scotland, for young people and youth workers to support them to consider what a green job is, and what transferrable skills young people can develop to make them more employable in the climate sector

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