The Student Conservation Association’s (SCA) 2024 Virtual Conservation Career Fair brings diverse talent (like you!) and green economy employers together to create opportunities for our alumni, members, and community. The SCA builds the next generation of conservation leaders by creating equitable access to nature, providing green jobs to youth, and teaching land stewardship. We seek to expand conservation career pathways for BIPOC and underserved youth.
Join the SCA’s Virtual Career Fair to meet with potential employers about open full-time, part-time, and/or intern positions available, learn career development techniques, and network with others passionate about conservation. No matter where you are in your professional journey, join us to further your career in conservation.
Save the date, save your spot, and continue to check back for updates as the agenda is finalized and employers are confirmed!
All Employer Booths will be open from 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET.
Be sure to join us for our live sessions throughout the day! Special thanks to Trail Blazing Interpreters for serving as a proud provider of ASL interpreters for our sessions.
February 20, 2024 12:00 pm
Join us to hear from SCA President & CEO Lidia Soto-Harmon as she kicks-off our 2024 Virtual Conservation Career Fair!
Lidia Soto-Harmon
President & Chief Executive Officer - Student Conservation Association
Moderator: Sarah Hoye
Senior Director of Marketing and Communications - Student Conservation Association
February 20, 2024 12:45 pm
Hear from SCA alums about their experience with Federal Jobs while learning a few tips and tricks along the way to help you stand out!
Cori E. Rendón
Community Engagement & Public Affairs Officer - US Forest Service (Olympic National Forest)
Chris-Michael Tena
Program Manager – AmeriCorps National Direct Student Conservation Association
Michiko Squires
Data Manager - U.S. Geological Survey
Moderator: Karissa DeCarlo
Partnerships & Philanthropy Specialist - National Park Service
February 20, 2024 01:45 pm
No matter your path, the skills you learn during your time with the SCA can set you up for long-term success. Hear from alums with different backgrounds and experiences on how their time with the SCA influenced their journey.
Monica Casey
Internal Wholesaler II - Pacific Life
Kacie Ross
Trauma Nurse & proud Nursing Union member of Mission Hospital / Backpacking Guide at Blue Ridge Hiking Company
Tony Gurzick
CEO - Grizzly Peak Consulting / Instructor Front Range Community College / Retired 30+ Years w/ Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Moderator: Cristina Hernandez
Corporate Engagement Specialist - Student Conservation Association
February 20, 2024 02:45 pm
Let's face it - networking can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially with so many options to connect in today's world. Join this session to hear how SCA alums utilize networking opportunities in their lives and learn valuable tips to help in your own professional journey!
Jordan Holaday
Water Conservation Coordinator - Broward County Resilient Environment
Tommy Sheridan
Program Lead at Alaska Blue Economy Center – University of Alaska Fairbanks
Christina Spohn
Adjunct Instructor at Outing Rental Center & Climbing Wall Coordinator - Virginia Commonwealth University / Wilderness Medicine Instructor SOLO (Stonehearth Open Learning Opportunities)
Moderator: Bridget Llewellyn
Curriculum & Training Manager - Student Conservation Association
February 20, 2024 03:45 pm
Join us for virtual speed networking. This opportunity is facilitated by the VFairs platform and will allow you to answer a few questions to be matched with participants with shared interests. You can then choose to accept a timed video call with suggested questions to connect and learn from matched attendees while sharing your own perspective. Both attendees in a video call can choose to extend the meeting time if needed or move to meeting with other participants during the session. You won't want to miss this opportunity!
February 20, 2024 04:30 pm
Reflect on the day and learn about additional helpful resources for SCA members and alumni.
Nicole Riley
Elizabeth Cushman Titus Putnam Endowed Senior Manager of Alumni Relations - Student Conservation Association
Please continue to check back as new employer booths are added.
A special thank you to The JPB Foundation for their support of SCA's mission to create the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship!
If you are interested in reserving an employer booth for the SCA's virtual career fair, please register here or email nriley@thesca.org.