Careers in Focus: Environment20 November 2009

Programme

Day 1: 20 November 2009

09.00

Registration

Tea and coffee will be available

09.30

Welcome and introduction to the day

Jimmy Brannigan, ESD Consulting. Interactive session getting them to think about personal motivations, get an understanding of the environmental agenda and what future careers might look like.

10.30

Introduction to environmental career opportunities

Angus Middleton, Ecoboom. Overview of market trends, what types of jobs are available, what skills and expertise companies are looking for.

11.00

Preparing exercise

Prepare for networking afternoon with peers.

12.00

Lunch

12.45

Networking session

In groups circulate around each of the companies.

14.30

Panel session

Honest and frank session which encourages diverse and probing questions from the audience.

15.30

Closing session