Office of Sustainability
Careers
Your Career in Sustainability Starts Here
Discover opportunities in environmental protection, conservation, and sustainable development across federal, state, and local governments, as well as with leading non-profit organizations.
🌎 Government Careers
Federal Government
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) – Protects air, water, and land through regulation and education.
- Department of Energy (DOE) – Focuses on energy innovation and sustainability.
- Department of Transportation (DOT) – Oversees sustainable transit and infrastructure development.
- Army Corps of Engineers (ACE) – Manages water resources, flood control, and environmental restoration.
State Government
- California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA) – Leads statewide climate and environmental protection efforts.
- CalRecycle – Oversees waste reduction and sustainable materials management.
- State Water Resources Control Board – Regulates water quality and conservation.
- California Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation – Coordinates statewide climate resilience.
Local Government
Local governments drive community sustainability through urban planning, green building, waste reduction, and climate action plans.
🤝 Non-Profit Organizations
Non-profits promote environmental justice, conservation, and community action through education, advocacy, and hands-on projects.
- CA Environmental Voter
- California Climate Action Corps (CCAC)
- California Conservation Corps (CCC)