Student Sustainability Opportunities Hub
Welcome to the Student Sustainability Opportunities Hub! A space to discover sustainability-related opportunities that you can get involved with, from modules and courses to internships and volunteering.
Our platform is available for all current students at the University of York to use.
The hub can help you to:
- Develop your sustainability skills, knowledge and experience
- Think about a career in sustainability
- Go beyond your degree programme with our sustainability elective modules
- Find work experience or volunteering opportunities
- Enjoy sustainability opportunities and events on campus
How can I get involved?
Sustainability events
We host a wide range of sustainability-related events and activities throughout the year. Take a look at our events page to stay up date with the latest events happening on campus and beyond.
Green societies and groups
There are a number of student-run societies promoting sustainability at York, along with opportunities to get involved through your college and Student Union.
College Sustainability Challenge
The College Sustainability Challenge (formerly Student Switch Off) is a sustainability campaign which supports and encourages students to live sustainably, with a specific focus on saving energy and water, as well as recycling and reducing waste.
Fund your sustainability project
Interested in starting a sustainability project while at University but need some funding? York Student Union's Sustainable Development Grant may be able to help.
Studying and beyond
Modules, courses and programmes
Choose from a wide range of sustainability-related elective modules, including our award-winning Sustainability Clinic, along with courses and programmes.
Green careers advice
Sustainability and the environmental sector is broad and comprises of a wide range of employers and career opportunities, both outdoors and office-based.
Informal learning & development
Share your Sustainable Living skill
Do you have a sustainable living skill you can share?
We are running a "Sustainable Living" series in Semester 2 and are inviting staff and students to run sessions. Your skill might be foraging, sustainable crafting and making, fashion, photography, food, bush craft or anything creative!
If you're interested, let us know about your skill by emailing esay@york.ac.uk for a chance to be a part of the series.
Find out about the latest opportunities
Work experience, volunteering and internships are an important part of getting into any career. If you're looking to stand out and build sustainability-focused skills, check this webpage regularly for new opportunities.
How to be more sustainable at University
Find out how you can be more sustainable while studying and living in York, including guidance about sustainable travel, reducing waste, eating and shopping sustainably and saving energy on campus.
