First Steps

Here is a checklist of what you need to do to help you find a job in the green sector.

• Use the support available.

Many schools and colleges have careers services with expertise in the green careers sector that often goes unused. 

• Make a checklist of your strenths.

You probably have more knowledge and skills than you realize. Often these are not tangible: soft skills like being a good communicator can be more valuable  than you realize.

• Look into grants and funding

If you need to develop new skills, you will find help from somewhere. Many of the big utilities fund apprenticeship and further education programs. You may be eligible for government support. 

• Engage with a careers coach.

Working one to one with a careers coach can be a great way to help you clarify your goals, and build the motivation to implement them.

• Be open and optimistic

Probably the most important key to success is attitude. Don’t let the job of finding a job get you down. Many of us put things off because they feel a hard slog, but that’s normal. Take action and don’t worry if there are headwinds.