Atmospheric scientists include may include titles such as operational meteorologists, climatologists and environmental meteorologists and must be knowledgeable about atmospheric processes and weather, and the equipment, weather models, and radar necessary to predict the weather or conduct research. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree needed for entry level teaching jobs, Master's common/recommended for research and higher level positions/pay
Botanists conduct scientific research on plant life as it relates to agriculture, environmental policy, nutrition, medicine and the environment.
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Requirements: Bachelor's or master's degree for entry-level positions; Doctoral degree generally needed for advanced research positions
Climatologists are atmospheric scientists who study the Earth's climate by collecting and analyzing data from sources such as ice cores, soil, water, air, and even plant life to find patterns in weather and learn how those patterns affect the Earth and its inhabitants. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree for entry-level positions; Master's or PhD for research and teaching positions
Data integration consultants study an organization’s current computer systems and procedures and design information systems solutions to help the organization operate more efficiently and effectively. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree is standard
Ecologists study the relationships between living organisms and their habitat by examining the environment and providing information on how to use the planet's resources in a healthy and effective manner. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree for entry-level positions
Environmental consultants are earth scientists who assist in the creation, analysis and enforcement of government policies designed to protect the environment from industrial hazards.
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Requirements: Bachelor's degree is standard
Environmental specialists are scientists who observe the impact of a population on the environment, identify problem areas and recommend solutions. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree for entry-level positions; Master's degree typically required for advancement
Exploration geologists use geophysical techniques to analyze geographic locations in search of natural resources, like petroleum and minerals.
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Requirements: Bachelor's degree for entry-level positions; Master's common/recommended for research/higher level positions/pay
Foresters manage and monitor wooded areas for public agencies or private companies. Their duties include conservation of forests for commercial and recreational uses as well as assessment and restoration of forests damaged by wildfire, insects, or logging. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree
Geophysicists are specialized scientists who study the Earth's physical properties by typically doing field and lab work for private companies in the engineering and oil industries, governmental geological surveys or environmental protection groups. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree at minimum; Master's common/recommended for most positions
GIS specialists use computer programs to create detailed maps and drawings that contain multiple layers of geospatial and other information used in engineering, architecture, government, agriculture, and other fields. Learn more »
Requirements: Associate's or Bachelor's degree
Oceanographers study water, sea life, weather and climates, which helps preserve the natural resource of oceans and coastal waters, as well as contributes to other professionals' ability to predict weather patterns, determine plate tectonics shifting and care for wildlife. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree needed at minimum; Master's common/recommended for most positions
Park rangers usually work for federal or state governments and are responsible for protecting woodlands, forests and conservatories.
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Requirements: Bachelor's degree common
Parks and recreation specialists general use principles and techniques of research and statistical analysis, general concepts and principles of ecology, land use, conservation and planning, particularly as they relate to outdoor recreation and recreational and historical resources.
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Requirements: Associate's or Bachelor's degree
Regulatory affairs specialists play a key role in ensuring that their company complies with applicable regulations by overseeing the processes involved in ensuring compliance. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree
Seismologists are scientists who study earthquakes and planetary activities as well as their effects, such as tsunamis. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree at minimum; Master's or Ph.D. common/recommended for most positions
Soil scientists are typically involved in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting soil data. Learn more »
Requirements: Bachelor's degree
Water/air/soil analysts conduct environmental sampling that is essential in measuring the effects and composition of environmental change.
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Requirements: Bachelor's degree required
