Carl Thompson

Carl Thompson embarked on his journey with Duke University’s Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability in April 2023, diving headfirst into his role as a senior career specialist. His mission? To guide undergraduates and graduates alike through the labyrinth of career choices in the dynamic realms of energy, environment, and sustainability.

Before joining the Nicholas Institute, Thompson worked for more than seven years in workforce development, serving as the director of career services at Alamance Community College and lending his talents to various other institutions of higher learning. Armed with a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and a master’s in business administration from Argosy University, Thompson brings a rich tapestry of academic prowess and practical insight to his current endeavors.

Career Advising

As a senior career specialist, I help undergraduate students explore and pursue career opportunities in the fields of energy, environment, and sustainability. My services include personalized career exploration and discovery, facilitating connections with alumni and industry experts, and directing students to targeted internship and job search platforms tailored to their specific disciplines. I also provide resources and guidance to help students make strategic curricular and co-curricular choices that align with their career goals and aspirations in these dynamic sectors.

Schedule a meeting with Carl

After clicking,

1. Select Career Center at the bottom of the left-side menu.
2. Under the Duke University Career Center logo, select the Appointments tab.
3. Click "Schedule a New Appointment."
4. Select Carl Thompson from the alphabetical list of names.
5. Choose a time within the available appointment blocks and click Submit.

Please note that the Career Center option in Handshake is only available to Duke undergraduates and graduate school students. If you’re not part of these groups, please contact me directly to schedule a meeting.

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