What Are Green Careers And What Skills Do I Need?

Ever heard of ‘green jobs’? Let’s take a look at what they are, what skills you might need, and how to find them…

What are green jobs and careers?

Green careers are jobs that contribute towards fighting climate change, sustainability, and improving the environment.

As we work towards a ‘greener’ future for the world, lots of people are needed to help come up with new solutions and technologies. This is why green careers are growing, with lots of new roles being created that didn’t exist before.

What kind of jobs are there?

You can find green jobs in lots of different industries including construction, science, engineering, farming, transport and even law.

From engineers who install solar panels or design more sustainable cars that rely on less fossil fuels, to people who practice environmental law and scientists who develop new products, there are so many careers to explore.

Key industries to explore are:

  • Construction
  • Energy, Water & Sustainability
  • Engineering
  • Environment, land and animals
  • Health & Science
  • Law
  • STEM
  • and transport and logistics…

Click on the button below to explore the range of careers. You’ll find individual jobs, salary information, and ways to get into the industry through whatever path is best for you e.g. university, apprenticeships, training on the job etc

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What are ‘green skills’ and do I need them?

With the emergence of more green jobs, there is also a need for green skills. But what are they?

Green skills refers to the key transferable and technical skills needed to work in green jobs.

Technical skills refer to the expert skills and knowledge you need to do specific jobs, just like how a doctor needs to be qualified to work in healthcare. You can get these in lots of different ways such as university, apprenticeships and training, and by exploring the careers that interest you, you’ll find what specific things you need to know.

However, you can start building your transferable skills (aka soft skills) right now! Communication, teamwork, problem solving, self-management (being able to organise yourself) and self-belief are essential!

With FREE Young Professional training, you can learn how to build the key skills you’ll need for work, and discover how to explore which career and route into the industry is best for you and your needs. All you have to do is sign up, and you can work through the modules at your own pace.

Where can I find green jobs?

These Youth Friendly Employer have green careers! Click on each one to explore their vacancies and apply for ones that interest you!

  • Careers in Racing – Interested in equine careers? This is a great place to start! But it’s not just about who rides the horse and serves racecourse customers. The world of British racing has careers that match YOUR skills and interests.
  • Environment Agency – their work helps protect the environment to make the world a better place for people and wildlife. There’s apprenticeship, graduate and volunteering roles to discover!
  • Historic England – whatever your interests are, there’s a career in heritage for you! Explore how you can contribute by playing to your skills and strengths.
  • Surrey County Council – yes, councils across the country have green careers too! If you live in or near Surrey, why not explore the interesting range of green careers in Surrey County Council.

Discover Youth Friendly Employers

The British Library Work experience, internships and apprenticeships with The British Library open up a WORLD of possibilities. EXPLORE Haven Joining Haven is more than just a job. Our early careers are a breath of fresh air! EXPLORE IHG Early Careers Discover how you can grow your career in hospitality! EXPLORE Working in local government Local government touches everyone's lives every day EXPLORE Catch22 Youth Services Want to overcome barriers in life, whatever your background? Want employers to give you a chance? We can help. EXPLORE McDonald's Early Careers You probably knew you can get McDonald's Apprenticeships. Did you know you can also study for a FREE Management Degree? EXPLORE Coach Core Apprenticeships See how Coach Core Apprenticeships get you into sport careers EXPLORE Get Into Teaching You can get a teaching degree for FREE with apprenticeships! EXPLORE Severn Trent Careers Discover opportunities for apprentices, graduates and undergraduates in the office and beyond! EXPLORE Environment Agency Careers Our work helps to protect and improve the environment to make it a better place for people and wildlife. Join us! EXPLORE Coca-Cola EuroPacific Want to work for one of the most well-known brands in the world? They work hard to develop their young people! EXPLORE Prezzo Restaurant Careers Prezzo offers so many early careers, from cooking great food and giving great customer service to managing like a boss! EXPLORE Historic England Discover early careers in heritage for all backgrounds, skills and interests. EXPLORE ABP Foods Apprenticeships, graduate schemes and an AMAZING early careers academy in the world of sustainable food EXPLORE Careers in Eyecare From healthcare lab to high street fashion - you don't need a degree to open your eyes to eyecare careers EXPLORE Aspiration Training Traineeships & Apprenticeships in childcare, dental nursing, teaching, health/social care, and business admin EXPLORE Careers in Racing Horse racing is a great career choice! British Racing is the 2nd largest spectator sport after football. EXPLORE Essex Youth Service Aged 13-25 and live in Essex? Get involved in fun activities, The Duke of Edinburgh's Award and online Plan B Traineeships. EXPLORE Generation: Free Skills Training Get FREE skills and careers training today! Generation gives you skills and connects you with employers to find a job fast. EXPLORE Martin Brower Careers Break into business, admin and supply careers with Martin Brower. Don't settle for the status quo. EXPLORE NCFE Vocational Qualifications Young people get amazing perks when they work for the NCFE, with apprenticeships and more. The training is great, too. EXPLORE Pret Apprenticeships & Careers When you apply for a Pret Apprenticeship or junior role, you’ll belong to a community of achievers. Get support on your own unique career journey! EXPLORE Royal Air Force There’s nothing like a career in the RAF, it’s not just a job but a way of living. EXPLORE Surrey County Council Careers Thinking about rewarding apprenticeships and early careers in a diverse environment? Fire up your career with SCC! EXPLORE VHR Technical Recruitment The VHR talent academy can help you get into a successful technical recruitment career - with NO experience! EXPLORE
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