Office of Sustainability
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)