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How to become an Environment Specialist in PR ?
I want a job that ties business with environmentalism. How do I become an Environmental PR Specialist? What job do I start to get there?
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Glenn Hyman
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I highly recommend checking out an organization located near you: https://www.mongabay.com/. Consider pursuing an internship or other role with them. As a tropical agriculture professional, I can attest to their popularity and respect in the field. Although primarily a nonprofit news organization, their business section may offer insights for your career.
You might want to explore the growing trend of zero deforestation commitments, which are gaining traction among businesses, governments, and civil society. The European Union recently passed a regulation requiring companies importing tropical agricultural products to prove they weren't grown on recently deforested land. This rule takes effect at the end of 2024, so various organizations are preparing to comply. To do so, they must map their supply chain and ensure everyone's cooperation. This presents an excellent chance for businesses to distinguish their products and earn a premium for sustainable production.
Try to get an internship or a job with Mongabay
Find out which companies want to develop deforestation free supply chains, and then apply for a job with them
Get some foreign language experience so you could sell yourself as somebody who could work in international commodity chains
You might want to explore the growing trend of zero deforestation commitments, which are gaining traction among businesses, governments, and civil society. The European Union recently passed a regulation requiring companies importing tropical agricultural products to prove they weren't grown on recently deforested land. This rule takes effect at the end of 2024, so various organizations are preparing to comply. To do so, they must map their supply chain and ensure everyone's cooperation. This presents an excellent chance for businesses to distinguish their products and earn a premium for sustainable production.
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Monserrat Gomez
Seeking mid-level opportunity in the Environmental Science field
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I would try to look for a school that has an Environmental Science program. Obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science is the key to landing a job in the environmental industry. If there's an arboretum, nature center, etc. Try to volunteer there in the summers to gain some experience and an opportunity that requires communication.
As a university student try to apply for a summer internship in your field to gain real-life experience. I am talking about government agencies, consulting firms, non-profit organizations, or private industry.
Even if you have an idea of what kind of job you want to do but it can change as time pass. Let me tell you something about myself. I attended the University of St. Thomas (Houston) and majored in Environmental Science as an undergrad. When I was a university student I wanted an internship in a laboratory setting. Also, I wanted to work in a lab at a college. I ended up working for a non-profit environmental organization as an intern. It was an okay experience but it kinda made me question my plans after college. I love environmental science but could not figure out what kind of job I wanted.
My first professional job after college I worked in an environmental state agency as an environmental investigator. The job relates to the environmental compliance aspect of environmental science. I worked there for five years and wanted to make more money and want to expand my environmental compliance experience. Now I work as an Environmental Compliance Scientist at a consultant firm.
Basically do some research, focus on your education, volunteer, apply for internships, and do not stop trying. Let me know if this advice helps or want to ask more questions!
As a university student try to apply for a summer internship in your field to gain real-life experience. I am talking about government agencies, consulting firms, non-profit organizations, or private industry.
Even if you have an idea of what kind of job you want to do but it can change as time pass. Let me tell you something about myself. I attended the University of St. Thomas (Houston) and majored in Environmental Science as an undergrad. When I was a university student I wanted an internship in a laboratory setting. Also, I wanted to work in a lab at a college. I ended up working for a non-profit environmental organization as an intern. It was an okay experience but it kinda made me question my plans after college. I love environmental science but could not figure out what kind of job I wanted.
My first professional job after college I worked in an environmental state agency as an environmental investigator. The job relates to the environmental compliance aspect of environmental science. I worked there for five years and wanted to make more money and want to expand my environmental compliance experience. Now I work as an Environmental Compliance Scientist at a consultant firm.
Basically do some research, focus on your education, volunteer, apply for internships, and do not stop trying. Let me know if this advice helps or want to ask more questions!
Adrian Santos
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First and foremost, it's essential to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or gain some valuable work experience in the field. This will empower you to excel and make a positive impact on the environment.
Alexis Wilson
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ESG, which stands for Environmental Social Governance, is revolutionizing the way corporations report, value, and structure their operations, significantly influencing public opinion and investor relations.
To stay ahead, I recommend pursuing studies in Communications, particularly focusing on any available Sustainability majors.
It's crucial to familiarize yourself with the constantly changing ESG landscape, as it's set to become an essential aspect for anyone working in Sustainability-centric Communications.
I also encourage you to keep up with the Harvard Business Review's coverage on ESG and Sustainability, as it's a rapidly developing and vital skill, and where it fits into both an organization and its sphere of influence.
I wish you a prosperous and fulfilling career journey, the rise of Sustainability focused Communications is a great era for Corporate Affairs.
- Alexis
To stay ahead, I recommend pursuing studies in Communications, particularly focusing on any available Sustainability majors.
It's crucial to familiarize yourself with the constantly changing ESG landscape, as it's set to become an essential aspect for anyone working in Sustainability-centric Communications.
I also encourage you to keep up with the Harvard Business Review's coverage on ESG and Sustainability, as it's a rapidly developing and vital skill, and where it fits into both an organization and its sphere of influence.
I wish you a prosperous and fulfilling career journey, the rise of Sustainability focused Communications is a great era for Corporate Affairs.
- Alexis