Past Webinars & Events
June 28, 2023, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. PT / 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ET
Are you interested in learning more about different green career pathways?
PLT held a virtual Green Jobs Panel on June 28, 2023 from 12–1 pm PT and 3–4 pm ET!
The forest and conservation sector is an essential and exciting field that needs young professionals. By working in a green job, you can provide solutions to some of our planet’s most pressing challenges, like climate change.
To learn more about the different types of jobs in the sector and how you can land one, this interactive online panel featured the career pathways stories from those in the private, government, and non-profit sectors. We shared how each panelist got into their field, what a typical day looks like, and their tips on standing out during the first few months on the job.
PLT’s virtual Green Workforce Panel shared insights on which career path might suit you and how to develop a meaningful career in the forest and conservation sector!
Learning outcomes
- Learn about skills that are in demand in the green sector
- Understand how to stand out in the first few months at your Green Job
- Explore different green jobs pathways and what it takes to succeed in them
- Practice your professionalism
Professionalism tips for online events
PLT Canada’s skill-building webinars are a great place to practice your professionalism.
Professionalism includes “the way you carry yourself, your attitude and the ways you communicate with others.” How can you do this?
- Use professional, polite language: Avoid slang, swear words, and inappropriate terms
- Be punctual: Arrive to the webinar on time or a few minutes early to make a good impression
- Participate: Ask and answer questions, write in the chat, and use the time to make new connections and grow your network
Professional video call etiquette
If possible, turn your camera on for face-to-face interaction.
- Sit in front of a plain or clean background
- Move to a quiet area if possible
- Dress in work-appropriate clothes (a nice sweater, blouse, button up shirt, or collared shirt)
- Ensure your whole head is in the frame
How to access French interpretation
If you need to access interpretation services during this webinar, please read these instructions. We will also review them at the beginning of the webinar and will be available for support if you encounter issues.
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Panelists
Annabelle Grounds
Fiber Certification and Sustainability Representative
International Paper
Dr. Cathy Keeler
Social Scientist
USDA Forest Service
Dr. Laurel Lynch
Assistant Professor and Research Scientist
University of Idaho Department of Soil and Water Systems
Danielle Ardrey
Conservation & Youth Education Specialist
Colorado State Forest Service
Moderators
Jerri Taylor, Director, Diversity in Career Pathways
Jerri leverages successful tools and resources to build support programs for diverse young people as they navigate green careers. She leads the career pathways programming, the Green Mentor program, and the Green Jobs employer training efforts.
Maria Chiarella, Manager, Mentorship and Youth Programs
Maria manages mentorship programs at a national and international level, and coordinates career pathway resources and opportunities for youth. Maria engages young people to learn about and connect to the outdoors, and to be inspired to pursue green careers.
Lydia Kidane, Coordinator, Education Programs
Lydia is Project Learning Tree’s® (PLT) main point of contact for customer inquiries, sales and service. She also helps manage PLT’s product inventory, fulfillment, and distribution and supports career pathways initiatives in the US.
Brittany Lodge, Coordinator, Youth Programs
Brittany supports the entire PLT Canada team in enhancing the number, relevancy, and accessibility of opportunities for a wide range of youth in the forest and conservation sectors.
Shwetha Kengasur Venkatesh, Coordinator, Green Jobs
Shwetha supports PLT Canada’s Green Jobs program with employer and youth outreach and administrative support, and she also develops communication materials and reports.
