What kind of jobs are available for an Environmental Science major?

I plan on majoring in Environmental Science. I know that there are many places to work in that deal with the Environment. I was just wondering what specific jobs you can have with this major, and what kind of schooling you need for each position. Is grad school necessary for many of these jobs?

What kind of jobs are available for an Environmental Science major?
Having recently searched for a job in the environmental sciences, I would say an Environmental Engineering degree is a stronger credential. As far as graduate education, more education is almost always better. Look into professional certifications in the field you want to enter (i.e. CSP, CHMM, CEM, etc.)





Start networking now. Try to find companies in your area that do the kind of work you think you may be interested in. Folks that are actively working in the field may be able to provide you the best advice.
Reply:I have a niece with an Environmental Science degree. She works for the State of California auditing recycling centers. She loves the job, but I don't think it's for everyone. Contact the Environmental Science department at a school that offers the degree. Departments love to brag on their successful graduates, and often provide contact information. Perhaps that would help you decide if it is for you.
Reply:This is a career that is planning to do also so I use these Very, Very strongly recommended sites:





http://www.ecojobs.com/index.php





http://www.earthworks-jobs.com/
Reply:Environmental scientist jobs could involve analysis, auditing, permiting, planning, surveying, inspections, or data collecting. Government is an obvious place to look for environemtal work. Environmental consulting is another place people go with their degrees. Industry also hires people to handle environmental compliance. Graduate degrees are not necessary for these jobs. The environmental field is highly variable and the number and type of jobs will be determined by your local economy.





That ecojobs website can help you get an idea what an environmental job is like, however, most of those jobs on that website are for those for those with years of experience in the field. Entry level jobs are much more difficult to find.





My advice is to look for a job now and tailor your courses to fit the job that you want. Having the right classes on your resume will show employers how serious you are in their field. Another thing to keep in mind is that Environmental engineers are paid higher than enviromental scientists even though the skill level is the same.

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