With innovative course offerings, frequent in-field experiences, and an interdisciplinary format spanning a variety of programs and areas of interests, this major will help prepare you for the environmental science career that you want, whether it?s in nonprofit, government, compliance, environmental law, or other related industries.
You won?t just learn how human activity impacts the environment, you?ll also obtain the critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed to contribute to solutions to global environmental issues. Designed to help you become a leader in both natural and manufactured environments, the major will assist in developing the skills you need to confront challenges faced by citizens, businesses, governments, and non-governmental organizations.
Careers and Internships
Students enrolled in the environmental science major have opportunities to intern at a variety of locations, such as the Forest Park Zoo and other nonprofit organizations focused on the environment. You?ll get experience in the field, which leads to experience on your resume before graduation. We know that employers love that.
What can you do with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies? We thought you?d never ask. Below are a few career paths environmental science majors have pursued.
- Conservation Law Enforcement Officers
- Ecologists
- Ecotoxicologist
- Environmental Analyst
- Environmental Lawyer
- Environmental Microbiologist
- Environmental Science Educator
- Hydrogeologist
- Land-use Planners
- Naturalists and Environmental Educators
- Park Managers and Rangers
- Soil Scientist
- Watershed Manager/Scientist
- Wildlife and Fisheries Technicians and Biologists
