Sustainability PSM students are matched with local employers to complete a structured 140-hour internship tailored specifically to each student's professional goals. Gain invaluable industry experience and complete a capstone project drawn on the coursework and skills learned throughout the program.
The advanced skills gained from an interdisciplinary graduate degree are highly relevant in today’s rapidly evolving world. You will form expertise through rigorous coursework and research to meet your professional and personal goals.
Students gain advanced skill sets in high demand by many employers. The broadly applicable sustainability skill set is sought after by employers in a variety of fields, including
resource management and conservation with the federal or local government or nongovernmental organizations;
policymaking and consulting on alternative energy production, storage and planning;
GIS specialist at environmental nonprofits, environmental consulting, and city or state agencies;
environmental consultants and policymakers, political advisors, and sustainability managers in industry;
researchers and program directors in fields working towards equitable economic and environmental futures for people living in and around cities; and
community engagement, political organizing, policymaking and climate resilience planning to benefit marginalized communities who disproportionately bear the burdens of climate change.
As a Temple student, you can also visit the university’s Career Center for support during your job or internship search. Drop in for a short visit or schedule a 30-minute coaching session to discuss components of your professional profile, including your résumé and LinkedIn presence.
Career services can provide
assessments of your professional direction,
job postings for students and alumni,
support for job search strategies.