Explore Careers and Build Network
Career Exploration 101
Take our 15-minute online module. Gain access to UTM's career exploration programs:
Informational Interviews
Informational interviews are a great way to connect with professionals in a career area of interest and gain valuable insights about a particular career, company, or industry that would otherwise be difficult to find in books or online. Check out our tip sheet to learn more.
Alumni Profiles
Check out our Alumni Profiles page with submissions from UTM grads to find out how their experiences have affected their career direction.
Events
Attending networking events, employer info sessions, and career fairs is a great way to meet professionals and learn more about careers, companies, and industries. Login to CLNx and click on Events & Workshops to see what's coming up.
Talk to Professors
Connecting with your professors can be a great way to explore the different paths a major can lead you to, as well as learn about possible opportunities for research, volunteering, or becoming a TA. Drop by during their office hours or request an appointment.
Student Organizations
Joining any student club or academic society at UTM is a great way to gain valuable skills and expand your resume. To view a list of current clubs and societies, visit the Student Organization Portal. Some organizations you may consider:
- Black In STEM UTM
- Erindale Biology Society (EBS)
- Regenesis UTM
- University of Toronto Student Environmental Resource Network (UTERN)
- Student Association for Geography and Environment (SAGE)
- UTM Students’ Union (UTMSU)
- UTM Wildlife and Ornithologist Club (UTWO)
Create a LinkedIn profile to connect with professionals in the fields, explore the career paths of UTM alumni, research employers, apply for specific positions, and more. Need help? Book a LinkedIn profile critique on CLNx.
Professional Associations
There are many benefits of becoming a member of association(s), such as developing a network of contacts, learning about industry trends, accessing industry-related job postings, attending events/conferences and stating your affiliation on your resume. Note that some professional associations are regionally specific, so be sure to research if you’re looking at working outside of Ontario/Canada. Some associations related to this major are:
- Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN)
- Canadian Network for Environmental Education and Communication (EECOM)
- Environmental Careers Organization (ECO)
- Environmental Studies Association of Canada (ESAC)
- International Society for Industrial Ecology
- International Water Association
- National Association of Environmental Professionals
- North American Association for Environmental Education
- Ontario Environment Industry Association (ONEIA)
Other Resources
- Centre for Indigenous Environmental Resources
- Conservation Through Reconciliation Partnership
- Environment and Climate Change Canada
- Professional Advancement for Geography and Environment Students
- UTM Sustainability Office
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Updated November 2024