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Careers in Environment

We've got services to develop the skills needed in the real world and make you job ready.

We're connected to the world - UW is renowned for its international reputation and as an Environment student, our network is your network.

We've been at it for over 50 years - launched in 1957, UW's co-op program is the largest in the world and the pioneer of the Canada's co-op system.

Cool Jobs in Environment

Learn about Eric's Cool Job with the Toronto Transit Commision (TTC). Eric (Planning '12) works as a Service Planner during is summer co-op term. (Video above)

Checkout over 90 profiles of students and alumni on the Cool Jobs in Environment website.

Recent Cool Job profiles:

  • Melissa Hughes, Development Co-op - Free the Children (Environment and Business)
  • Dan Hussey, Project Manager - GINKO Sustinability (Environment and Business)
  • Michael Brooks, C.E.O. - RealPAC (Planning)
  • Tomm Mandryk, Owner and Operator - Clinica Rural Las Pajas (International Development
  • Matthew Piggott, Member Services Coordinator - Grand River Car Share (Environment and Resource Studies)
  • Ann Marie Begin, Civilian Interpreter (Knowledge Integration)
  • Graham Pope, Assistant GAW Lab Operator, Environment Canada (Geography and Environmental Management)

View a playlist on Youtube of even more Cool Jobs in Environment.

Message from the Dean

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April: Dean André Roy's thoughts on food choices and sustainability.

Featured stories

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Food touches everything from soil to politics. See our stories on food.

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Our Environment programs open job opportunities all over the world.