Environmental

Environmental Web Resources

• Cyber-Sierra's Natural Resources Job Search - Find employment in natural resource occupations, ecology and environmental disciplines.
• EcoEmploy.com - Environmental jobs in government, companies, and non-profits.
• Ecological Society of America - The Ecological Society of America posts job announcements that are submitted for advertisement on-line, as well as funding opportunities. These pages provide specific listings for individuals looking for internships, employment or additional funding to further their careers and research in ecology.
• Environment Directory - Directory of Environmental jobs.
• EnvironmentalCAREER.com - Posting and finding environmental jobs is fast, easy and efficient on EnvironmentalCareer.com. This is part of our commitment to provide the most comprehensive environmental job information available today, where leading environmental employers, and the best candidates, are brought together to help build a better environment.
• Environmental Careers Organization - The ECO has developed professionals for the environmental field through paid environmental internships at government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and companies across the United States and its territories.
• Environmental Jobs and Careers (E Jobs) - E Jobs links to environmental opportunities in the USA and Canada. Employment includes careers such as environmental engineers, nature and wetlands scientists, GIS, technicians, chemists, earth sciences / geologists, policy and law, wildlife conservation, planning, education, wastewater treatment and operations, program and project management, natural resources, etc.
• Environmental Jobs and Careers - Environmental Career Opportunities links to environmental opportunities in the USA and Canada. Employment includes careers such as environmental engineers, nature and wetlands scientists, GIS, technicians, chemists, earth sciences / geologists, policy and law, wildlife conservation, planning, education, wastewater treatment and operations, program and project management, natural resources, etc.
• National Council for Science and the Environment - The National Council for Science and the Environment (NCSE) offers internships for students and recent graduates during the summer and the academic year. All interns will gain a diverse experience during their tenure at NCSE, engaging in a variety of substantive activities, while also contributing to general office tasks. Interns will have the unique opportunity to be involved in a number of programs and projects at NCSE. Interns may assist in outreach to the academic, governmental, business, and civil society communities. Interns are encouraged to attend events and meetings in DC and on Capitol Hill.
• Student Conservation Association – SCA provides college and high school-aged members with hands-on conservation service opportunities in virtually every field imaginable, from tracking grizzlies through the Tetons to restoring desert ecosystems and teaching environmental education at Washington, D.C.’s Urban Tree House.  Many opportunities are expense paid and offer Americorps education grants.
• USA JOBS - USA JOBS provides all individuals interested in federal employment the ability to create and store a resume in the USA JOBS database. USA JOBS is for all federal vacancies including people interested in environmental positions.
• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - The EPA uses EZHire Search software to provide students and alumni the ability to search for employment opportunities. The EzHire system enables job seekers to apply for positions at the EPA and it explains the hiring process.
• Student Opportunities (Student Programs & Fellowships)
  Numerous opportunities are available within the Environmental Protection Agency for students to gain vital career experience while contributing to the mission of protecting human health and safeguarding the environment. Internships, fellowships and other opportunities are available in Washington, DC, laboratories, and at regional EPA locations nationwide.
• Opportunities for College Graduates (EPA Intern Program)
  Opportunities for graduates are available at EPA with an emphasis on the graduate's career and leadership development. These programs include:
  • EPA Intern Program (EIP)
  • Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP)
  • Presidential Management Fellows Program (PMFP)
  • Office of Research and Development Post Doctoral Program
• U.S. Department of Interior: US Fish and Wildlife Service - FWS is responsible for developing, implementing, administering, and reviewing service-wide human resources management policies, programs, systems, and procedures for an efficient and effective management of resources.
• U.S. Department of Justice: Environmental & Natural Resources Division The Environment and Natural Resources Division has primary responsibility for litigation on behalf of the United States regarding:
  • Prevention and Clean Up of Pollution
  • Environmental Challenges to Federal Programs and Activities
  • Stewardship of Public Lands and Natural Resources
  • Acquisition of Property for Federal Needs
  • Wildlife Protection
  • Indian Rights and Claims
  • With offices across the United States, the Division is the nation's environmental lawyer, and the largest environmental law firm in the country.
• U.S. National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences -
• U.S. Peace Corps - Peace Corps Volunteers serve in 72 countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Central and South America, Europe, and the Middle East. Collaborating with local community members, Volunteers work in areas like education, youth outreach and community development, the environment, and information technology.
• Action Without Borders- Idealist.org
  Excellent resource to find advice, organizations, jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities in nonprofit organizations

What Can I Do with This Major?

While many academic disciplines can lead to a career working with the environment, you may want to view the links for majors such as environmental studies, sociology, political science and the various sciences.