Career Development
Here at Wake Forest, we are nurturing the next generation of leaders so that they may carry out the spirit of Pro Humanitate wherever their lives take them next. To better support our students’ growth, the Office of Sustainability hosts events throughout the year to help students lead careers with impact and equip them with the tools needed to take their next best step. Students have the unique opportunity to connect with WFU alumni in a variety of relevant fields through special events and through the virtual Sustainability Career Network.
Career Prep Events
| Event | Audience |
|---|---|
| Sustainability & Social Impact Careers Workshop* | Current students |
| Sustainability Alumni Career Panel** | Current students |
| Virtual Group Networking | Alumni interested in or working in a sustainability-related field, current students |
*Hosted with the Office of Civic and Community Engagement (OCCE)
** Hosted with the Office of Personal and Career Development (OPCD).
Latest News & Programs
- Takeaways from the 2026 Sustainability Alumni Career Panel
The sixth annual Sustainability Alumni Career Panel returned as an in-person affair on March 25, 2026, allowing Wake Forest University alumni and students […] - Alumni Profile: Kathleen Pritchard (’10) Shareholder, Welborn Sullivan Meck & Tooley law firm
By Reese Lile, Sustainability Staff Writer Kathleen Pritchard was a member of the first class of Office of Sustainability interns when the program […]
Once a Deac, Always a Deac.
Oh, The Places You’ll Go
Our alumni are trailblazers in their respective fields. Building upon the foundation they lay at Wake Forest, graduates leave campus ready to embark on an impactful career journey that embraces a Pro Humanitate ethos.
All Deacs are invited to join our WFU Sustainability Career Network, a program aimed at connecting alumni with one another and with current students in the name of networking and mentorship. Please complete the short form below to indicate your interest in participating. This form should only take a few minutes to complete.
Join the Sustainability Career Network on LinkedIn to get connected
It is important to remember that life is long. Your first job matters, but it probably won’t be your last—so stay flexible and keep the bigger picture in mind. Careers aren’t linear; they’re more “choose-your-own-adventure.”
-Kathleen Pritchard (’10)
Alumni Stories
Restoration Ecologist and Researcher
Environmental Protection Specialist, FEMA
NOAA Climate Adaptation Sea Grant Fellow
Wildlife Biologist and Herpetologist
Special Advisor, U.S. EPA
Head of Strategic Partnerships, Tesla
On the Job Hunt? Check out these resources.
Job Boards
These are just a few of the many job boards that students have found helpful. We encourage you to explore others and let us know which you find most helpful.
Environmental
Social
- ReproJobs
- CenterLink LGBTQ Jobs
- Foundation List
- NC Progressive Organizing Jobs List
Both/General
Office of Personal and Career Development
The Office of Personal and Career Development is committed to empowering every Wake Forest student to flourish in work and life. Through career coaching, events, workshops, courses, career treks, fairs, self-assessments, and much more, the OPCD seeks to make sure every Wake Forest student has the tools, resources, information, and most of all, a partner to navigate the college-to-career transition.
If you’re seeking help reviewing your resumé, preparing for a big interview, or getting started with networking, the OPCD is your go-to resource.
We recommend checking out their website to access the many resources available to you.