# Sustainable Career Pathways Shares Tips for Undergrads Starting a Career in Sustainability

CSB Blog

November 20, 2020 ![Sustainable Career Pathways Article Image](/sites/default/files/styles/246w/public/assets/images/SusCarPath.png?itok=_jajZIt_) *Sustainable Career Pathways* [article](https://sustainablecareerpathways.com/2020/11/20/the-4-step-guide-to-starting-a-career-in-sustainability-for-undergraduates/) "The 4-Step Guide to Starting a Career in Sustainability for Undergraduates" presents a helpful approach to finding entry-level positions in sustainability for college students and recent graduates. Read on for highlights:

**Step 1 "Figure out what you want to do in 3-5 years"**
Envisioning your ideal job in 3-5 years can better narrow down your current search. The main categories to focus on are the sector, industry, function or team, and the specific sustainability issues you care about.

**Step 2 "Start (or clean up) your online presence"**
Update your Linkedin profile, maintain a social media presence that you are comfortable with an employer viewing, and be mindful of tone when expressing political views.

**Step 3 "Network, network, and then network some more"**
Network to explore opportunities and connect with professionals.

**Step 4 "Start building (any) experience"**
Gain experience that can later position you to advance in the sustainability field. Aim to develop a broad skillset in management, communication, problem solving and other core competencies while following your sustainability interests.

Get started by checking out CSB's career resources[ job board](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1N1v0rvgguyPYsMBrGebRHuU7UnXYY_W1P3FAbqfyzMg/edit#gid=955491840) for internships, entry-level, and advanced positions.

Read the *Sustainable Career Pathways* full article [here](https://sustainablecareerpathways.com/2020/11/20/the-4-step-guide-to-starting-a-career-in-sustainability-for-undergraduates/).