Seattle: Sustainability Careers Workshop

Part I: Groundwork (8:30-Noon)
Created to provide insights into the sustainability sector and strategies for obtaining a related position, Part I introduces a wealth of information regarding where and how to begin one’s career development process. Topics include types of sustainability careers and educational opportunities, and strategies for gaining experience and identifying opportunities, among others. Time is also allotted to answer participants' specific questions during and at the end of the workshop. Participants receive an extensive annotated resource guide to help inform and propel their journeys.

The workshop includes sections on:

1. What's It All About: Overriding Issues
2. Who Are You (and Why It Matters): Self Assessment
3. Finding Your Place: Career Types
4. Knowing What to Know: Skill Sets
5. The Psychology of Hiring: Reducing Risk
6. Foot Meet Door: Getting In
7. Carpe Diem: Next Steps

Part I: The Basics is a prerequisite for taking Part II

Part II: Refining Your Strategy (2-5:30)

A more interactive session, this workshop builds on and develops the information previously presented. Through in-depth discussion and interactive exercises, attendees focus on identifying and overcoming barriers, developing and adjusting career development strategies, and exploring specific opportunities and resources. Participants are encouraged to bring their individual questions, as well as insights, to this small group, participatory session. (Please brign your current resume for this session.)

This workshop is for anyone looking for a sustainability-related career regardless of length of time in the workforce. More information: www.foresightcareers.org

Led by broadly knowledgeable sustainability leader, Peter Nicholson, Executive Director of the Foresight Design Initiative.

Cost: Part I or II $75; Workshop Package (Parts I & II) $140; Students (with ID) Part I $60, Package $120
Space is intentionally limited to allow for questions/interaction.

Location: Mithun Conference Room
1201 Alaskan Way
Seattle, WA 98101

Important Notes

• Pre-Registration Required.
  
• Event is limited to allow for questions/interaction.
• Cancellation Policy: All Foresight tickets and/or event registrations are non-refundable. If an event is canceled or postponed by Foresight, participants will be offered a full refund. Please contact us if a personal emergency keeps you from attending an event. At Foresight's discretion, a refund may be offered in these cases.