Q: I'm among the millions of jobless Americans. How competitive is the green sector?
A: First, let me say: you're not alone. We recently surveyed 430 jobseekers who are interested in moving into the green sector.
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Q. What types of majors are appropriate if I want to enter the green jobs market after graduation?
Let me say that almost any major can lead to a green career. When it comes to choosing your coursework, you'll find that you have many opportunities to be green no matter what your major.
Q: How can I use Facebook and Twitter to search for a green job?
You always think of LinkedIn as a logical first step when starting a job search – but what about using Facebook and Twitter to find the perfect green job?
Q: Are there some general things I can do to stand out in the green sector as a job candidate?
A: Yes! Regardless of what industry you go into, employers are looking at the skills and characteristics that they believe are strong indicators of success in the green workplace. Take some time to cultivate these and your resume will stand out from the crowd.
Q: What makes a good cover letter these days?
Your cover letter is not just an introduction or a summary of your resume; it's your opportunity to weave the bullet points of your resume into a unique and compelling story that makes you the best candidate for a job.
Q: What are some good, resume-boosting volunteer jobs?
A: There’s no question that this is probably the worst economy in half a century for recent graduates trying to find a job.
Q. I didn't major in anything related to green. Can I apply for jobs in those industries?
A: Absolutely! You will want to take extra care to tailor your resume and cover letter when applying for these positions. Having a passion for green work alone won’t get you that dream job. First, perform an inventory of the transferable skills that you have from previous work experiences.
Q: Where are the green jobs? In which industries should I look?
A: There are so many needs and so many ways to contribute to the green economy that it’s easy to be overwhelmed. I would like to suggest you start by taking stock of your own interests and needs first.
Q: My dream green company doesn't have any openings, but I want to contact them. Should I?
A: Absolutely! Even if a company doesn’t have postings on the web, this doesn’t necessarily mean they aren’t hiring.
Q: I hear a lot about green jobs, but don't know anyone who has one. Is this all hype?
A: Yes, there is a new green economy, and there is a lot of hype. We need to separate fact from fiction to understand where we are in the green job movement – it's happening, but not where you would think.
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