Jobs & Careers
Openings
Here are links to current environmentally-related job openings, internships, volunteering, and training opportunities. Check 'em out! And keep checking back. And don't forget to look at all the related webpages on the ES website concerning jobs, internships, volunteering and workshops.
Websites with Job Listings
There are lots of environmentally related jobs. The trick is finding out what they are. The ES Program has various listings to help you find the right job. Check out the links below.
Environmental Agencies of Wisconsin Counties
Be sure to check county websites for employment and internship possibilities.
Organizations with environmental jobs
Because there are so many great jobs concerning the environment, there are many websites that list employment opportunities. In fact, there are many different kinds of websites. Try to become familiar with these, so you will have a good sense of what opportunities await you. I have noted in green which websites are particularly helpful.
Career Fields
There is an incredibly wide range of environmental jobs and careers. Don't assume you know what kind of job or career you want -- there may be others you haven't thought of. Spend a lot of time researching different environmental careers using the following websites and books we have in the ES office. The time you spend may make all the difference in your life!
UWO created web pages on career fields
Here is some information about just some of the career fields dealing with the environment.
Websites on Career Fields
These are websites that tell you what a career in each field is like and what it takes to get into it.
ES Career Preparation Program
The Environmental Studies program is designed not just to teach you but to empower you to enter graduate school, pursue the career you want, and to become a responsible and effective citizen in the earth community. However, especially because it is a broad, interdisciplinary program, the program does not function as a complete vocational training. It is up to you to take the extra steps to prepare yourself to get into the graduate school and career you want. There are seven key aspects of preparing for life after UWO.
Environmental Jobs in the Federal Government
The United States government has a large number and wide variety of jobs that are related to the environment. But finding the jobs and the qualifications for them can be a challenge. The information below is designed to help you learn about federal jobs. But it will take initiative and regular searching on your part in order to take advantage of these employment possibilities.
