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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.

Wellbeing & nature trails

Explore our green spaces to support your mental health and wellbeing. Students, staff and the local community can access a range of nature trails and outdoor activities to get moving and enjoy our estate.

College Sustainability Challenge

Our College Sustainability Challenge 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? The Student Union's Sustainable Development Grant may be able to help.

Living Labs

York Living Labs brings together our University community to work on sustainability problems on campus, and use the campus as a test-bed for sustainability solutions which have wider impact. Find out how you can get involved.

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

MOOC: Bioeconomy

Join this free course to learn how renewable resources can help the future of our planet. Join the fight for a sustainable world that works for us all.

MOOC: Tackling environmental challenges

Join this free course to discover how environmental research can inform how we respond to and solve global environmental issues.

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.

Latest 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.