Climate School Career Expo | Columbia Climate School

The Climate School is the first of its kind in the nation to focus on training climate leaders with the interdisciplinary skills and knowledge to work with businesses, communities, governments, and civil society to address the climate crisis.

The inaugural Climate + Sustainability Career Expo—taking place in-person on Friday, February 27, 2026 at the Columbia University campus in New York City—will connect employers with students from the Climate School, our partner programs, and Columbia’s rich array of climate, environmental, and sustainability programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Employers, meet our high-caliber students and alumni who can apply the climate lens to any sector, industry, and job function. Your participation will:

Increase your visibility and brand presence within one of the fastest-growing pipelines of interdisciplinary talent on the forefront of innovation.
Recruit for internships and full-time roles in a single, efficient afternoon.
Build relationships with Columbia leadership and faculty shaping the future of climate solutions and meet practitioners doing cutting-edge work.

Schedule

Date: February 27, 2026
Employer Reception/Lunch: 11:30am-12:30pm ET
Career Expo: 12:30pm-3:30pm ET

Employer Registration & FAQs

Employers, engage directly with the next generation of climate-smart leaders who bring knowledge in:

Designing decarbonization strategies and net-zero pathways;
Integrating climate risk and opportunity into strategic and financial decisions;
Navigating emerging technologies and policies shaping the low-carbon economy;
Communicating with stakeholders the value and impact of climate action;
Advancing equitable, evidence-based solutions that create shared prosperity.

Participating employers will be recognized by the Climate School and invited to connect with Dean Alexis Abramson and distinguished faculty during the pre-event reception.

Type of Registration*: Early-Bird Registration (through December 15, 2025)
Private Sector: $600
Government & Non-Profit: $350

Type of Registration*: Regular Registration
Private Sector: $675
Government & Non-Profit: $425

* Registration packages include two individual participants. There is a $125 fee for additional participants. You will be provided a 6-foot table with tablecloth and lunch.

Employer Registration

FAQs for Employers

All students register online in advance so that we can estimate attendance numbers and plan accordingly. We anticipate anywhere from 400-600 students.

You do not need to be hiring immediately to attend the event, however, you should be planning on hiring some time in 2026 for jobs and/or paid internships.

All recruiters must register online in advance. Please feel free to contact [email protected] with any questions.

Payment for the Career Expo is by credit card or bank account via the online registration process. You will receive confirmation and a receipt once your payment is processed. Registration includes invoice details.

You may park on the streets around campus or use the local parking garages. The following garages are listed from south to north:

PAO Parking
214 West 95th Street
(between Broadway & Amsterdam Avenue)

West Side Parking
234 West 108th Street
(between Broadway & Amsterdam Avenue)
212-222-8800
Open from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m.

E&B Operating Group
143 West 108th Street
(between Columbus & Amsterdam Avenue)
212-865-8315
Open 24 hours

GGMC Parking
512 West 112th Street
(between Broadway & Amsterdam Avenue)
212-865-1754
Open from 6 a.m. to midnight

Pro Park America
1090 West 114th Street
(between Broadway & Amsterdam Avenue)
212-523-1051
Open from 6 a.m. to midnight

Claremont Parking Corp.
Riverside Church, 120th Street
(between Claremont Avenue & Riverside Drive)
212-870-6736
Open from 6 a.m. to midnight

GMC Garage
532 West 122nd Street (between Broadway & Amsterdam Avenue)
212-961-1075
Open from 6 a.m. to midnight

More Than Parking (MTP)
631-635 West 131st Street
(between Broadway & 12th Avenue)
212-368-2579
Open from 6 a.m. to midnight

While there are many hotels in NYC, this list includes hotels that frequently do business with Columbia University and are close by.

Student Registration & FAQs

Student Registration

FAQs for Students

All students must register online in advance. There is no cost for students to attend. Students are encouraged to register as soon as possible to ensure they receive all communications regarding Career Expo events, job opportunities and interviews, and instructions on how to participate.

This is a professional opportunity, so please dress accordingly. Students are advised to look presentable and dress in what they consider professional attire. There will be a coat check.

Review participating employer information.
Visit employer websites to learn more about them.
Determine which organizations you want to target at the Expo.
Come prepared with an updated resume and questions for recruiters.
Prepare a 30- to 60-second elevator pitch.

Participating Employers

Students, stay tuned as our list grows of participating organizations with sustainability and climate career opportunities.

Employers, learn about additional ways to engage with Columbia Climate School and our students.

Name: AccountAbility
Description: Established in 1995, AccountAbility is a leading global consulting and standards firm dedicated to advancing the sustainability and ESG agenda. The firm works with businesses, investors, governments, and multilateral organizations to improve sustainability performance, drive innovation, and create lasting impact. Operating as a Public Benefit Corporation, AccountAbility has a global presence with offices in New York, London, Riyadh, and Dubai. The firm has been recognized by the Financial Times, Forbes, and Capital Finance International for its excellence in sustainability, strategy, and governance and its website is archived by the United States Library of Congress.
Sector: Public Benefit Corporation
Industry: Sustainability Consulting
Hiring For: Fellowships

Name: Aurora Energy Research
Description: Established in 2013, Aurora Energy Research is a leading global provider of power market forecasting and analytics for critical investment and financing decisions. Headquartered in Oxford, we operate out of 17 offices worldwide covering Europe, North & South America, Asia, and Australia. Our comprehensive services include market outlook packages for energy industry participants, advisory support, and innovative software solutions. We foster diversity with a team of close to 1000 experts with backgrounds in energy, finance, and consulting, offering unparalleled expertise across power, renewables, storage, hydrogen, carbon, and fossil commodities. Our mission is to ease the global energy transition through widely trusted quantitative analysis and high-quality decision support.
Sector: Private
Industry: Power Analytics Provider
Hiring For: Full-time Roles

Name: Clean Air Task Force
Description: Clean Air Task Force (CATF) is a nonprofit organization working to safeguard against the worst impacts of climate change by catalyzing the rapid global development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies. This is accomplished through research and analysis, public advocacy leadership, and partnership with the private sector. CATF is highly respected for its deep expertise and research on energy and industrial systems and potential strategies, technologies, and policies that can radically shrink their impact on the planet’s atmosphere. Our team of experts and advocates (and global network of subject matter experts and civil society partners) puts this research and knowledge into action by designing and enacting public policies that drive toward zero emissions. We also support policies and work directly with private industry to innovate in technology to make the path to zero emissions swift and affordable. CATF has offices in Boston, Washington D.C., and Brussels, with staff working virtually around the world.
Sector: Nonprofit
Industry: Policy Research and Advocacy
Hiring For: Full-time and Internship Roles

Name: CleanCapital
Description: CleanCapital’s founding mission was to accelerate the flow of institutional capital into the middle market solar sector. While we continue to act on opportunities to expand our portfolio, we are increasingly seeking ways to be on the leading edge of investing in new and emerging markets and asset classes that drive the energy transition. Solving the climate crisis, a consistent focus on innovation, and promoting diversity continue to be the core tenants of our culture.
Sector: Private
Industry: Market Solar and Energy Storage Investment
Hiring For: Full-time and Internship Roles

Name: Con Edison
Description: We are one of the largest investor-owned energy-delivery companies in the United States, with approximately $15 billion in annual revenues and $71 billion in assets. We have been around for more than 200 years and provide a wide range of energy-related products and services to the 10 million people who live in New York City and Westchester County. We’re constantly looking toward the future and exploring ways to innovate and take advantage of developing technology.
Sector: Private
Industry: Utility
Hiring For: Internships

Name: Elevate
Description: Elevate is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works nationally and is headquartered in Chicago. Elevate seeks to create a just and equitable world in which everyone has clean and affordable heat, cooling, power, and water in their homes and communities. Our goal is to transform clean energy by expanding its benefits and services while making them more accessible than ever before. We are deploying reliable and affordable clean energy solutions so that every community has access to renewable energy.
Sector: Nonprofit
Industry: Clean Energy, Energy Access
Hiring For: Full-time and Internship Roles

Name: Environment America
Description: Environment America has one mission: to protect the natural world. We advocate ideas and actions to guide our country onto a greener, healthier path. Our network of 30 state environmental groups promotes clean air, clean water, clean energy, wildlife and open spaces, and a livable climate. Our members put grassroots support behind our research, public education, advocacy and litigation.
Sector: Nonprofit
Industry: Policy Research and Advocacy
Hiring For: Full-time and Internship Roles

Name: First Environment
Description: First Environment is an environmental engineering and consulting firm headquartered in NJ has been providing leading-edge environmental solutions since 1987.
Sector: Private
Industry: Environmental Engineering Consulting
Hiring For: Full-time, Part-time, and Internship Roles

Name: National Audubon Society
Description: The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, nonpartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With over 890 staff and more than 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at audubon.org and on Facebook, X, and Instagram @audubonsociety.
Sector: Nonprofit
Industry: Bird Conservation
Hiring For: Full-time, Part-time, Internship, and Fellowship Roles

Name: New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Description: NJDEP is a national leader in safeguarding our environment and public health. Established on the first official Earth Day in 1970, DEP uses science, law, and balanced decision-making to protect New Jersey’s air, water, land, and historic resources. With over 50 years of expertise, DEP tackles climate change, ensures clean water, strengthens communities, and preserves natural and cultural treasures.
Sector: Public
Industry: Environmental Protection
Hiring For: Full-time, Part-time, and Internship Roles

Name: New York State Department of Civil Service
Description: The Department of Civil Service is the central personnel agency for the Executive Branch of New York State government, serving approximately 150,000 employees. Our mission is to build tomorrow's workforce today by promoting a diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce. We lead and deliver world-class workforce management strategies by providing innovative solutions based on merit, fitness, and equality of opportunity.
Sector: Public
Industry: Civil Service
Hiring For: Full-time, Part-time, and Fellowship Roles

Name: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Description: To conserve, improve and protect New York's natural resources and environment and to prevent, abate and control water, land and air pollution, in order to enhance the health, safety and welfare of the people of the state and their overall economic and social well-being." DEC's goal is to achieve this mission through the simultaneous pursuit of environmental quality, public health, economic prosperity and social well-being, including environmental justice and the empowerment of individuals to participate in environmental decisions that affect their lives.
Sector: Public
Industry: Conservation
Hiring For: Full-time

Name: New York State Department of Financial Services
Description: The Department regulates the activities of over 3,000 financial institutions with nearly $10 trillion in assets. This includes over 1,900 insurance companies with assets of more than $6.4 trillion, including property and casualty insurance companies, life insurance companies, health insurers and managed care organizations, and pharmacy benefit managers. DFS also regulates more than 1,300 banks and financial institutions with assets totaling more than $3.3 trillion, including 120 foreign banks and 15 Global Systemically Important Banks, credit unions, money services businesses, credit reporting agencies, and student loan servicers.
Sector: Public
Industry: Financial Regulation
Hiring For: Full-time and Internship Roles

Name: New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
Description: NYSERDA works to promote energy efficiency, renewable energy, and emissions reduction across New York’s economy and energy system. Since our founding in 1975, NYSERDA’s mission, vision, and programs are continually evolving to improve the lives of New Yorkers. In addition to supporting clean energy and technologies, we’re working to advance equity and inclusivity, jobs and economic development, public health, and community resilience through our work. Collectively, these efforts are key to developing a cleaner, more reliable, and affordable energy system for all New Yorkers. NYSERDA is on the front lines of the global energy transition. Our executive leadership and staff play a crucial role in accelerating climate action and efforts to secure a just and equitable transition to a clean energy economy. NYSERDA also supports other New York State regulations and statewide energy planning for a clean energy future.
Sector: Public
Industry: Clean Energy
Hiring For: Full-time and Internship Roles

Name: NYC Department of Buildings
Description: Construction and real estate are the backbone of New York City, a built environment unlike any other. As the primary regulator of these vital industries, the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) helps provide housing and commercial space for our growing City, while promoting safety on construction sites and in the City's nearly 1.1 million buildings. Our goal is to strike the right balance between safety and development.
Sector: Public
Industry: Real Estate and Construction Regulation
Hiring For: Full-time and Internship Roles

Name: NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services
Description: The NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) makes city government work for all New Yorkers. Our commitment to equity, effectiveness, and sustainability guides our work providing City agencies with the resources and support needed to succeed, including: recruiting, hiring, and training City employees; managing 55 public buildings; acquiring, selling, and leasing City property; purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for City agencies; overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country; leading the City's efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations.
Sector: Public
Industry: City Services
Hiring For: Full-time and Internship Roles

Name: PowerMarket
Description: PowerMarket is a growing company working at the intersection of energy, policy and technology that believes the future of the clean energy industry is digital. In addition to launching exciting new clean energy products and services, we're a national leader in community solar and provide solar developers, utilities, and municipalities with a technology and services platform to manage their clean energy program offerings.
Sector: Private
Industry: Clean Energy
Hiring For: Full-time and Internship Roles

Name: TerraCycle
Description: We create first-of-their-kind solutions to tackle the waste crisis from a number of different angles—from recycling the hard-to-recycle to integrating recycled materials into new products to transforming packaging from disposable to reusable.
Sector: Private
Industry: Recycling, Recycled Content, Reuse, and Waste Innovation
Hiring For: Full-time and Internship Roles

Name: Tiffany & Co.
Description: In 1837 Charles Lewis Tiffany founded his company in New York City where his store was soon acclaimed as the palace of jewels for its exceptional gemstones. Since then TIFFANY & CO. has become synonymous with elegance, innovative design, fine craftsmanship and creative excellence. At Tiffany & Co., sustainability drives us to innovate and implement eco-friendly practices across our operations. From responsibly sourcing materials to reducing our carbon footprint, supporting ocean conservation and fostering an inclusive culture, we strive to create a positive impact on the environment and on the communities we serve. With nearly a 190-year heritage, it is our responsibility to be the leader of sustainable luxury.
Sector: Private
Industry: Luxury Goods
Hiring For: Full-time and Part-time Roles

Name: Veolia North America
Description: Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
Sector: Private
Industry: Energy/Utilities
Hiring For: Full-time and Internship Roles

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Employer Registration & FAQs

FAQs for Employers

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Is there parking?

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Student Registration & FAQs

FAQs for Students

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Participating Employers

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