Careers in Environmental Science

Graduates with a B.S. in Environmental Science can find employment in a variety of jobs such as:

  • Environmental conservation
  • Monitoring
  • Sustainability planning
  • Environmental regulation and compliance
  • Consulting
  • “Green program” management
  • Education
  • Communications
  • Research
  • Environmental protection
  • Energy auditor/planners
  • Policy

Potential employers include:

  • The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
  • Environmental consulting firms
  • Manufacturing businesses
  • Conservation organizations
  • Energy organizations
  • Watershed associations and conservancies
  • State and federal land management agencies
  • City and state governments agencies

Want to learn more about environmental careers? Explore possible careers and career resources.

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