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Green resources for 16 to 24-year-olds
Discover green jobs and skills for your future!
The green economy is an exciting space where you can shape the future and make a real difference. It focuses on solving big problems like pollution, climate change, and waste, while offering a wide range of careers that help protect the planet.
This page is designed to help you explore the green economy, discover careers that inspire you, and learn the skills you’ll need to get started. Whether you’re passionate about technology, the environment, or innovation, there’s a green career for you, and we’re here to help you find it.
For great resources to help with next steps, click the links below.

We've grouped and provided links to the job profiles of some of the 100s of career pathways available in the Green Economy.
Agriculture, Ecology and Conservation
• Agronomist(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/agronomist/)
• Arboriculturist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/arboriculturist)
• Commercial Horticulturist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/commercial-horticulturist)
• Ecologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/ecologist)
• Environmental Education Officer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/environmental-education-officer)
• Environmental Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/environmental-engineer)
• Environmental Health Practitioner(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/environmental-health-practitioner)
• Forest Woodland Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/forest-woodland-manager)
• Forester(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/forester/)
• Natural Conservation Officer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/nature-conservation-officer)
• Palaeontologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/palaeontologist)
• Ranger(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/ranger/)
• Research Scientist (Physical Sciences)(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/research-scientist-physical-sciences)
• Toxicologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/toxicologist)
Art, Design, and Creative Engineering
• Clothing & Textiles Technologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/clothing-textile-technologist)
• Community Arts Worker(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/community-arts-worker)
• Design Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/design-engineer)
• Furniture Conservator Restorer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/furniture-conservator-restorer)
Business, Strategy, and Leadership
• Carbon Accountant(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/carbon-accountant/)
• Charity Officer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/charity-officer)
• Community Development Worker(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/community-development-worker)
• Corporate Social Responsibility Manager(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/corporate-social-responsibility-manager/)
• Environmental Consultant(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/environmental-consultant)
• Environmental Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/environmental-manager)
• Green Campaign Manager(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/green-campaign-manager/)
• Integrated Management Coordinator Consultant(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/integrated-management-coordinator-consultant/)
• International Aid Development Worker(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/international-aid-development-worker)
• Project Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/project-manager)
• Risk Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/risk-manager)
• Science Writer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/science-writer)
• Scientific Laboratory Technician(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/scientific-laboratory-technician)
• Sustainability Analyst(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/sustainability-analyst/)
• Sustainability Consultant(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/sustainability-consultant)
• Sustainable Finance Advisor(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/sustainable-finance-advisor/)
Construction, Infrastructure, and Urban Development
• Building Control Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/building-control-surveyor)
• Building Services Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/building-services-engineer)
• Building Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/building-surveyor)
• Commercial - Residential Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/commercial-residential-surveyor)
• Construction Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/construction-manager)
• Consulting Civil Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/consulting-civil-engineer)
• Electrical Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/electrical-engineer)
• Environment Manager(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/environment-manager/)
• Environmental Auditor(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/environmental-auditor/)
• Estates Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/estates-manager)
• Facilities Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/facilities-manager)
• Landscape Architect(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/landscape-architect)
• Logistics and Distribution Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/logistics-and-distribution-manager)
• Passenger Transport Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/passenger-transport-manager)
• Planning and Development Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/planning-and-development-surveyor)
• Recycling Officer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/recycling-officer)
• Rural Practice Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/rural-practice-surveyor)
• Supply Chain Manager(https://prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/supply-chain-manager)
• Town Planner(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/town-planner)
• Transport Planner(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/transport-planner)
• Urban Designer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/urban-designer)
• Waste Management Officer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/waste-management-officer)
Digital and Technology
• Architectural Technologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/architectural-technologist)
• Communications Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/communications-engineer)
• IT Consultant(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/it-consultant)
Energy and Environmental Engineering
• Electrician(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/electrician/)
• Energy and Carbon Manager(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/energy-and-carbon-manager/)
• Energy Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/energy-engineer#related-items)
• Energy Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/energy-manager)
• Environmental Impact Assessor(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/environmental-impact-assessor/)
• Heat Pump Installer(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/heat-pump-installer/)
• Retrofit Coordinator(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/retrofit-coordinator/)
• Water Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/water-engineer)
Geoscience and Earth Systems
• Engineering Geologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/engineering-geologist)
• Geochemist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/geochemist)
• Geophysicist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/geophysicist)
• Geoscientist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/geoscientist)
• Hydrogeologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/hydrogeologist)
• Hydrographic Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/hydrographic-surveyor)
• Hydrologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/hydrologist)
• Minerals Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/minerals-surveyor)
• Soil Scientist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/soil-scientist)
Marine Science and Careers
• Marine Biologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/marine-biologist)
• Marine Scientist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/marine-scientist)
• Oceanographer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/oceanographer)
• Water Quality Scientist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/water-quality-scientist)
Looking for more? Take a look at these helpful career websites:
• Blue Jobs(https://www.blue-jobs.com/)
• Charity Job(http://www.charityjob.co.uk/)
• Environmental Jobs(https://environmentjob.co.uk/jobs)
• Green Jobs(https://www.greenjobs.co.uk/)
• Prospects Graduate Careers(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/graduate-jobs)
• Sustainability Jobs(https://www.sustainabilityjob.co.uk/sustainability-jobs/)
● Videos and Documentaries:
• Our Planet (https://www.netflix.com/title/80049832)(Netflix) (https://www.netflix.com/title/80049832)
• Our Oceans (https://www.netflix.com/watch/81194397?trackId=200257859)(Netflix) (https://www.netflix.com/watch/81194397?trackId=200257859)
• Life on our Planet (Netflix) (https://www.netflix.com/watch/80214435?trackId=200258070)
• Youth Climate Summit Highlights(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ph34Yld8-WE)
● Online Courses:
• FutureLearn:(https://www.futurelearn.com/) Free courses on sustainability and climate change.
• OpenLearn (https://www5.open.ac.uk/open-educational-resources/openlearn)by The Open University: Free environmental courses.
● Interactive Tools:
• Carbon Footprint Calculator:(https://footprint.wwf.org.uk/) Measure your impact on the planet.
Local volunteering opportunities:
• Inner City Seeds(https://www.innercityseeds.com/volunteer)
• Plymouth Natural Grid Volunteering(https://www.plymouth.gov.uk/plymouth-natural-grid-volunteering)
• Sea Watch Saturday - Devon Wildlife Trust(https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/volunteering-opportunities/sea-watch-saturday-multiple-dates-apr-dec)
• Shoresearch Volunteer Survey - Devon Wildlife Trust(https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/volunteering-opportunities/shoresearch-volunteer-survey-multiple-dates-april-october)
• Plymouth Trees(https://plymouthtrees.org/volunteer)
• Marine Conservation Society Volunteering(https://www.mcsuk.org/what-you-can-do/volunteering/register-to-become-a-volunteer/)
• Tamar Valley(https://www.tamarvalley-nl.org.uk/our-work/#current-projects-anchor)
• National Aquarium Volunteering - Diving(https://www.national-aquarium.co.uk/work-with-us/volunteering-work-experience/diving/)
• National Aquarium Volunteering - Animal Husbandry(https://www.national-aquarium.co.uk/work-with-us/volunteering-work-experience/animal-husbandry/)
• National Aquarium Volunteering - Discovery & Learning(https://www.national-aquarium.co.uk/work-with-us/volunteering-work-experience/discovery-and-learning/)
• Live Well South West - Volunteering PDF(https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Crop-Folded-Leaflet-Template-2019.pdf)
• Parklife South West CIC(https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.co.uk%2Fo%2Fparklife-south-west-cic-58873720283%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR07PBki5d14xXKdCR7FnWtZ5WgLnrRq4PPNfXMF0ZWrVlH0Bc_Omh_0G84_aem_Afv1YJZHQmm_19bSq-C0TzpElka0u4yVv8VQpmK08Jd7nAjSvkphxsqm_M7_kUfd6pPMd0XZLW7h3OHhvaYSbgMg&h=AT2SvzqMew08s4JvXGiN9I_owVY0PZxZJ46Zz-6rhoCIY3Jl5EmPyEURiDuDWopkArVtfRu9qJfAp9BE130v9226nOZV0hQQRSn2vgo4HTiZw5M7XxMeTIWhWbo-qBlfyuoVNZD-yw0sOx6dxeBH2ET6)
• Dartmoor Preservation Trust - Volunteer Support(https://dpht.co.uk/support/volunteer)
• Moortrees - Volunteering(https://moortrees.org/get-involved/volunteer/about-volunteering/)
• South West Lakes Trust(https://www.swlakestrust.org.uk/volunteering-opportunities)
• Poole Farm Volunteering Process - Plymouth(https://www.plymouth.gov.uk/sites/default/files/Poole%20Farm%20Volunteering%20Process%202020.pdf)
• Dartmoor National Park - Voluntary Outreach(https://www.dartmoor.gov.uk/__data/assets/pdf_file/0018/76014/Voluntary-Outreach.pdf)
• Dartmoor Zoo - Volunteer Opportunities(https://www.dartmoorzoo.org.uk/support-us/volunteer/)
• Hamoaze House Volunteering(https://hamoazehouse.online/volunteer/)
• Kintsugi Project - Get Involved(https://www.kintsugiproject.org/get-involved)
• South West Coast Path - Volunteer Role(https://www.southwestcoastpath.org.uk/media/uploads/2023_coast_path_connector_volunteer_role_profile_.pdf)
• YMCA Plymouth Community Garden(https://www.ymcaplymouth.org.uk/community-garden/)
• Diggin' It(https://localgiving.org/charity/digginit/)
• PEA Volunteering(https://www.pea-volunteering.co.uk/)
• Plymouth Litter Picking(https://www.plymouth.gov.uk/volunteer-litter-picking)
• Plymouth Nature Projects for Schools and Businesses(https://www.plymouth.gov.uk/nature-projects-businesses-schools-and-organisations)
• Great British Spring Clean - Plymouth(https://www.plymouth.gov.uk/great-british-spring-clean)
• Devon Wildlife Trust Volunteering Opportunities(https://www.devonwildlifetrust.org/volunteering-opportunities)
• Westcountry CSI - WRT(https://wrt.org.uk/westcountry-csi/)
• Wild Ideas Volunteering(https://www.wild-ideas.org.uk/volunteer/)
• Dartmoor National Park Volunteering Organisations(https://www.dartmoor.gov.uk/about-us/volunteering/volunteering-organisations)
• Dartmoor Voluntary Lead Education Walks(https://www.dartmoor.gov.uk/__data/assets/pdf_file/0016/76012/2022-Voluntary-Lead-Education-Walks.pdf)
• Dartmoor - Become an iNaturalist(https://www.dartmoor.gov.uk/about-us/volunteering/become-an-inaturalist-for-dartmoor)
Youth-led campaigns:
• Young Climate Ambassadors
(https://www.ukycc.com/)A youth-led initiative aiming to amplify the voices of young people in climate activism and policy.
• Students Organising for Sustainability (SOS-UK)
(https://www.sos-uk.org/)A student-led organisation working to empower young people to drive sustainability on campuses and beyond.
• Teach the Future
(https://www.teachthefuture.uk/)A campaign pushing for climate education to be integrated into school curriculum across the UK.
YouTube channels
• Greenpeace UK(https://www.youtube.com/@greenpeaceuk)
• BBC Earth Explore(https://www.youtube.com/@BBCEarthExplore)
• ClimateScience(https://www.youtube.com/@ClimateScience)
• Climate Science Video Playlist(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkZ7BJQupVA&list=PLJ8cMiYb3G5fP5oq01TBp9fgh70vDDSMe)
• Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell(https://www.youtube.com/@kurzgesagt)
• Professor Dave Explains(https://www.youtube.com/@ProfessorDaveExplains)
Instagram accounts
• UK Youth Climate Coalition (UKYCC)(https://www.instagram.com/ukycc_org/)
• Greenpeace UK(https://www.instagram.com/greenpeaceuk)
• Climate Reality Project(https://www.instagram.com/climatereality/?hl=en)
• Conservation International(https://www.instagram.com/conservationorg/?hl=en)
• C40 Cities(https://www.instagram.com/c40cities/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=b319b9fe-fd9a-428f-b557-9af6d3301519)
• Earth Alliance(https://www.instagram.com/earthalliance/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=34ebd2d5-4432-4d60-9b57-927af28ed127)
• Everyday Climate Change(https://www.instagram.com/everydayclimatechange/)
• The Nature Conservancy(https://www.instagram.com/nature_org/)
• Clean Our Patch Events(https://www.facebook.com/CleanOurPatch/events/?id=100081457906057&sk=events)
• Climate Connections Plymouth - Events(https://climateconnectionsplymouth.co.uk/get-involved/events/)
• Dartmoor Regular Volunteer Events(https://www.dartmoor.gov.uk/enjoy-dartmoor/events/regular-volunteer-events)
• Ocean Conservation Trust - Rockpool Safaris(https://oceanconservationtrust.org/ocean-experiences/experiences/rockpool-safaris/)
• Ocean Conservation Trust - Snorkel Academy(https://oceanconservationtrust.org/ocean-experiences/experiences/snorkel-academy/)
• Ocean Conservation Trust Event Tickets(https://www.tickettailor.com/events/oceanconservationtrust/1084219)
• Plymouth University Sustainability Events(https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/whats-on/events?tags=sustainability)
• Skills Launchpad Plymouth News and Events(https://www.skillslaunchpadplym.co.uk/news-and-events)
• The Rockpool Project Safaris(https://www.therockpoolproject.co.uk/rock-pool-safaris/)
• Visit Plymouth - What's On(https://www.visitplymouth.co.uk/whats-on)
• Welcome Summer Nature - Plymouth(https://www.plymouth.gov.uk/news/welcome-summer-nature)
Games
• Plasticity
(https://store.steampowered.com/app/1069360/Plasticity/)A game focusing on plastic waste reduction and environmental awareness.
• Lumino City
(https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lumino-city/id958604518)An adventure game set in a beautifully crafted world made from physical materials, exploring themes of sustainability.
• Beyond Blue
(https://www.beyondbluegame.com/)Explore the mysteries of the ocean and the importance of marine conservation.
• Save a Rhino Game
(https://savearhinogame.com/)A game that raises awareness about rhino conservation efforts and the threats they face.
• IceFlows
(https://www.iceflowsgame.com/)A game centered on the effects of climate change on icebergs and the environment.
• Working with Water
(https://chaostheorygames-dev.s3.amazonaws.com/working-with-water/index.html)A game highlighting water conservation and resource management.
• World Rescue Game
(https://worldrescuegame.com/)A simulation game where players help solve global environmental problems.
• Eco
(https://play.eco/)A multiplayer game where players build a civilisation while balancing ecology and economy.
• Bleached A-Z
(https://www.chaostheorygames.com/bleached-az)A game focused on coral bleaching and its environmental impact.
• Niche – Game of Life
(https://niche-game.com/mobile/)A simulation game about evolution, ecosystems, and species survival.
• Morphy
(https://ssec.si.edu/morphy)A game from the Smithsonian focused on environmental changes and their impact on wildlife.
• WWF Free Rivers AR
(https://www.worldwildlife.org/pages/explore-wwf-free-rivers-a-new-augmented-reality-app)An augmented reality app promoting the preservation of rivers and natural habitats.
• Sustainable Cities Arcade
(https://gamesforchange.org/studentchallenge/arcade/sustainable-cities/)A game designed to challenge players to build sustainable cities while managing resources.
• UMich Games
(https://seas.umich.edu/admissions/games)A collection of educational environmental games from the University of Michigan.
• Go Wild with WWF
(https://www.wwf.org.uk/gowild)An interactive app by WWF focusing on wildlife conservation and climate action.
Challenges:
• 30 Days Wild – Wildlife Trusts:(https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/sites/default/files/2024-04/30DW%20Booklet%20At%20Home.pdf) A(https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/sites/default/files/2024-04/30DW%20Booklet%20At%20Home.pdf) challenge encouraging individuals to take simple actions each day to connect with nature. The booklet provides activities to engage with wildlife at home or outdoors. (https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/sites/default/files/2024-04/30DW%20Booklet%20At%20Home.pdf)
• 30 Days Wild for Schools:(https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/30DaysWild/schools) (https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/30DaysWild/schools)Offers schools resources to engage students in nature-based challenges and learning.
• Rainforest Alliance – 30 Days:(https://www.rainforest-alliance.org/30days/) (https://www.rainforest-alliance.org/30days/)A global initiative focused on sustainability with 30 daily actions to promote environmental awareness and conservation. (https://www.rainforest-alliance.org/30days/)
• Climate Launchpad:(https://climatelaunchpad.org/) (https://climatelaunchpad.org/)A competition empowering green startups, inviting participants to develop innovative solutions to climate change. (https://climatelaunchpad.org/)
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