Find environmental job opportunities at the Triad’s first Green Career Expo

The event in Winston-Salem will connect employers, job seekers, and sustainability leaders interested in the green economy.

People sitting around a table in a room with windows watching a person write on a large yellow pad.

The Green Career Expo is part of Piedmont Environmental Alliance’s Triad Green Job Center, which launched in 2023.

Photo by Alicia Madan via Piedmont Environmental Alliance

The Triad’s first career fair focused on the green economy is happening in Winston-Salem —and you’re invited. Whether you’re looking for your next job or want to network and learn more about green career pathways, make plans to attend the 2024 Green Career Expo on Thursday, Sept. 19.

Dozens of local employers and sustainability leaders will be at Project Space 411 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. You can expect to learn more about career opportunities in a variety of fields, including:

  • Clean energy
  • Technical trades
  • Public service
  • Environmental justice

The expo is open to everyone — students and early-to-mid career professionals are encouraged to attend. It’s free but registration is preferred. Pro tip: Don’t forget copies of your resume and business cards.

Want to explore current green job openings? Check out Piedmont Environmental Alliance’s Triad Green Job Center year-round.

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