A degree in environmental studies can lead to many careers as far-ranging as forestry, geology, environmental consulting, environmental remediation, pollution prevention, research, public relations, natural resources conservation, environmental design and eco-tourism.
Recent graduates have been accepted in graduate programs, and found employment in areas such as wildlife conservation, waste management, and environmental consulting, conducting waste audits.
Skills Developed As an Environmental Science Major
- Knowledge of biological organisms and systems
- Investigation and research skills
- Cataloguing information
- Logic reasoning
- Biology theory & practical knowledge
- Writing technical reports
- Oral & written communication
- Numerical computation
- Analytical & quantitative abilities
- Skills in laboratory techniques
- Problem solving
Sample Fields of Work and Career Titles
| Limnological Technician |
Dietitian & Nutritionist |
| Industrial Hygienist |
Marine Ecologist |
| Museum/Aquarium Admin |
Physical Therapist |
| Chem. Oceanographer |
Parasitologist |
| Molecular Biologist |
Marine Biologist |
| Research Medical Technologist |
Physician |
| Marine Bacteriologist |
Oceanographer |
| Zoologist Science Teacher |
Paramedic |
| Transportation Worker |
Dentist |
| Seafood Processor-Researcher |
Mycologist |
| Wildlife Resources Mgr |
Chiropractor |
| Soil Conservationist |
Neurobiologist |
| Underwater Technician |
Ecologist |
| Geophysicist/ Physicist |
Veterinarian |
| Bio-Engineer Forester |
Wildlife Biologist |
| Medical Laboratory Tech |
Toxicologist |
| Food Scientist-Tech |
Botanist |
| Market Research Analyst |
Horticulturist |
| Fisheries Conservation |
Microbiologist |
| Aquarium Technician |
Health Officer |
| Marine Tourist Worker |
Biometrician |
| Fish Hatchery Tech |
Meteorologist |
| Aquarium & Museum |
Biochemist |
| Environmental Protection |
Genetic Engineer |
| Water Quality Technician |
Medical Librarian |
| Aqua Culture Farmer |
Bio-Technologist |
| Marine Fisheries/Worker |
Medical Illustrator |
| Environmental Health |
Aquatic Biologist |
| Agronomist Env. Engineer |
Animal Scientist |
| Marine Engineering Tech |
Marine Geologist |
| Coastal Resources Mgr |
Marine-Coastal Consult |
| Science Lab Tech |
Public Health Inspector |
| Pharmaceutical Sales |
Pharmacy Technician |
A Sample of Environmental Science Career Titles
S&W Resource Technician, Ont. Min. Of Natural Resources, Sault St Marie
Highschool Teacher, Zambia
Laboratory Research Assistant, University of Western Ontario
Lab Technician, Allelix Ltd., Mississauga
Research Associate, Howard Hughes Medical Institute MD
Field Biologist, BASF Canada, Inc. Mississauga
Quality Control Assistant, AMCO Pharmaceuticals Lab, Brantford
Water Researcher, Pollution Probe, Toronto
Research Scientist, Canadian Forest Service, Natural Resources Canada, Ottawa
Registered Nurse, Stollery Children’s Hospital, Edmonton
Medical Illustrator, Imagineering Media Services, Toronto
Substitute Teacher, Fayetteville Technical Community College, NC
Plant Protection Inspector, Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Quality Control Technician, E.D. Smith, Winona
ER Doctor, Thunder Bay Regional Hospital
Bio-solids Applicator, Wessuc, Inc., Brantford
Waste Auditor, Jacques Whitford
Research and Development, Green Roof, Waterloo
Watershed Planner, Kawartha Conservation, Lindsay
Conservation Biologist, State of New York
Conservationist, A Rocha, White Rock, BC
Environmental Consultant, Mission BC
Environmental Consultant, Jacques Whitford, Burlington
Land Application Coordinator, Wessuc Inc., Brantford
Intern, ECHO (Educational Concerns for Hunger Organization), North Fort Myers, FL
Extension Associate, Tillage and Soil Management, NCSU Soil Science
Environmental Studies Internship Coordinator, The King’s University College
Urban and Rural Planner, Bruce County, ON
Research Technician, Ontario Forestry Research Institute, Sault Saint Marie
Website Resources
Canadian Federation of Biological Societies
American Association for the Advancement of Science
Canadian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular & Cellular Biology
Canadian Society of Microbiologists
Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada
Society for Conservation Biology
Science Teachers' Association of Ontario
Canadian Association of Medical Education
Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Canadian Society of Plant Physiologists
Science Jobs
Canadian Environmental Jobs
BioCareers
CCHREI's Internship Program
Science Careers
MNR Internship Program
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
Ontario Environment Business Directory
Conservation Ontario