Environmental Science
What is Environmental Science?
Environmental science is the branch of biology concerned with the relations between organisms and their environment [syn: ecology, bionomics]
The systematic, scientific study of our environment as well as our role in it. highered.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/0070294267/student_view0/glossary_e-l.html
Environmental science is the science of the interactions between the physical, chemical, and biological components of the environment, including their effects on all types of organisms but more often refers to human impact on the environment.
Related Career Titles
| Agricultural Scientist | Ecologist | Forest Ranger |
| Agricultural Technician | Engineering Technician | Forester |
| Air/Water Quality Mgr | Environmental Analyst | Fund Raiser |
| Air Pollution Analyst | Environmental Consultant | Geographer |
| Architect | Environmental Educator | Geologist |
| Biochemist | Environmental Engineer | Geophysicist |
| Biologist | Environmental Engineering | Hazardous Waste Mgr |
| Biomedical Engineer | Environmental Health Spec. | Hydrologist |
| Biotechnologist | Environmental Lawyer | Industrial Hygienist |
| Chemical Technician | Environmental Lobbyist | Journalist, Author |
| Chemist | Environmental Nurse | Management Consultant |
| City Planner | Environmental Physician | Meteorologist |
| Civil Engineer | Environmental Planner | Microbiologist |
| Conservation Agent | Environmental Scientist | Natural Resource Spec. |
| Conservation Analyst | EPA Inspector | Conservationist |
| Consumer Safety Inspector | EPA Statistician | Occupational Safety Spec. |
| Earth Scientist | Fisheries Conservationist | Ocean Technician |
| Oceanographer | Pharmacy Technician | Range Manager |
| Outdoor Trip Leader | Project Manager | Resource Economist |
| Park Ranger | Public Health Veterinarian | Seismologist |
| Soil Conservation Tech. | Urban And Regional Planner | Wildlife Manager |
| Teacher | Photographer | Zoologist |
| Water/Wastewater Plant Operator |
Related Major Skills
| Summarize research findings | Attention to detail | Analyze data |
| Perceive patterns & structures | Applying logic to problems | Evaluate data and results |
| Apply concepts | Utilizing formulas | Gather information |
| Apply knowledge creatively | Define problems | Assess risks |
| Use laboratory equipment | Precision and accuracy | Computer literacy |
| Technical writing | Organize and report data | Inform and explain |
| Written & Oral Reporting |
Job & Internship Search Links
- Handshake -- UNCW's Online Job & Career Portal
- Green Career Guide - careers in sustainability
- EarthCorps
- Job Search Resources
- Environmental Jobs
- Environmental Jobs by State
- Green Jobs Network
- Green Collar Blog
- SIERRA Club Hot Jobs for a Warming Climate
- Environmental Placement Agencies
- Environmental Career Center
- EH&S Careers
- Eco Friendly Jobs and Careers
- Green Dream Jobs
- Greenbiz.com Joblink
- The Student Conservation Association-Internship and job listings
- Pollution Online
- Environmental Organizations Web Directory
- Environmental Jobs and Careers
- EnviroDirectory MidAtlantic & EnviroDirectory New England (environmental majors job searching tool)
- Cyber-Sierra's Natural Resources Job Search
- Environmental Career Center
- AWWA Job Listings
- Where The Jobs Are In Solar And Wind Energy
Career Planning Links
- North Carolina Environmental Organizations
- The Environmental News Network
- Oceanography, Marine Science & Marine Biology
- Career Guide: Nature & The Environment
- Envirolink
- Profiles of Environmental Careers
- Career Fields
Professional Association Links
- Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
- National Environmental Health Association
- Environmental Protection Agency
- Ecological Society of America
- Local Government Environmental Assistance Network
- American Water Works Association
- Society for Conservation Biology
