Environmental Studies
What is Environmental studies?
Environmental studies is the science which studies the interaction between man and the environment, emphasizing the links between different subjects related to this issue, including ecology, economics, geography, geology, meteorology, politics and sociology.
If "environment" is defined as everything that surrounds us, then environmental sciences is not only about natural environments, but also about built, social, and organizational environments, and all of the relationships between them.
Related Career Titles
ecologist | forest ranger | environmental analyst |
fund raiser | air pollution analyst | environmental consultant |
geographer | architect | environmental educator |
environmental lawyer | environmental lobbyist | journalist, author |
management consultant | city planner | environmental planner |
conservation agent | natural resource specialist | EPA inspector |
conservationist | outdoor trip leader | resource economist |
park ranger | urban/regional planner | teacher |
photographer |
Related Major Skills
Summarize research findings | Report results-written / verbal | Analyze data |
Perceiving patterns- structures | Applying logic to problems | Attention to details |
Apply concepts | Utilizing formulas | Gather information |
Apply knowledge creatively | Define problems | Assess risks |
Use laboratory equipment | Precision and accuracy | Computer literacy |
Evaluate data and results | Organize and report data | Inform and explain |
Technical writing |
Job & Internship Search Links
- Handshake -- UNCW's Online Job & Career Portal
- Job Search Resources
- Environmentaljobs.com
- Environmental Jobs by State
- Environmental Career Opportunities
- Environmental Career Opportunities Newsletter
- Great Green Careers
- Pollution Online
- Eco.org
- EcoEmploy
- Ecological Society of America job listings
- WHERE THE JOBS ARE IN SOLAR AND WIND ENERGY
- The Student Conservation Association-Internship and job listings
- WWF Jobs in Conservation
- Conservation Maven Job Board
Career Planning Links
- Candid Career Videos
- Occupational Outlook Handbook
- O*NET OnLine
- NC Tower
- Environmental Career Center
- Outdoor Action Guide to Outdoor and Environmental Careers
- Envirolink
- Environmental Organizations Web Directory
- EnviroEducation
- Women's Guide to a Sustainable Career
Professional Associations Links
- National Association of Environmental Professionals
- North American Association for Environmental Educators
- The Student Conservation Association
- National Environmental Health Association
- Ecological Society of America
- Center for Creative Land Recycling
- Local Government Environmental Assistance Network
- American Water Works Association
- Society for Conservation Biology