UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Penn State Sustainability is hosting the second edition of this year's sustainability career programming series, with “Sustainability Careers in Labor,” a webinar focused on highlighting opportunities for engagement in the labor movement. Attendees may join via Zoom from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The event is free and open to all, and attendees may register at this link.
Presented in partnership with Penn State’s Labor School and Center for Global Workers’ Rights, this webinar is designed for students who are passionate about a career in the labor movement, from advocating for workers’ rights to improving overall working conditions. The panel will explore avenues for turning a love of advocacy into an impactful career at the intersection of labor and sustainability and share guidance from networking to landing a job.
“This is an amazing opportunity to hear from experienced leaders who have built meaningful careers in labor and advocacy,” said Julius Camper, public programming coordinator at Penn State Sustainability. “Students will get a firsthand look at the many ways labor advocacy can shape communities while creating fulfilling professional pathways.”
Scheduled speakers include:
- Bo Gray, political coordinator, Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO
- Mack Finkel, data and analytics director, SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania
- Aurora Munoz, organizing manager for the National Domestic Workers Alliance in Philadelphia
Panelists will share insights into their career paths, discuss the skills and experiences that prepared them for leadership roles in labor and workforce development, and offer practical advice for students exploring internships, graduate programs or careers in these fields.
For more information about the event, contact Julius Camper at jac8761@psu.edu.