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Employment Opportunities in Environmental Science


Some companies and agencies our alumni are employed at include:

Environmental Protection Agency logoU.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Several former alumni work with the USEPA in the Water Permits Division and the Water Management Division. Students interested in these careers in the regulatory sector can be better prepared if they take coursework relevant to water quality and environmental management. The center has cooperative agreements with the USEPA to support summer internships.

Image of the Great Seal of the State of New YorkState of New York Department of Environmental Conservation

Many former students work with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation in a variety of career tracks including solid waste management, pesticide specialist, environmental conservation officer, forest ranger, and citizen participation specialist. A number of students pursue internships at the regional office in Ray Brook.

The Nature Conservancy Protecting nature, Preserving LifeNature Conservancy

Former students work with environmental advocacy and preservation groups such as the many branches of the Nature Conservancy. Background coursework in ecology and environmental management is beneficial.

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