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Environment, Natural Resources, and Wildlife
Sample Resumes
Career Spotlight
1. Environmental Scientist/Consultant
- Responsibilities: Conduct research, perform environmental assessments, and develop strategies to mitigate environmental issues.
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental science, ecology, or a related field.
- Skills: Analytical skills, knowledge of environmental regulations, project management
Resources, Tips, and Tools
- The Green Jobs Network (operates GreenJobSearch.org) on LinkedIn regularly post jobs, internships and resources.
- Careers in Agriculture and Forestry (from EnvironmentalScience.org)
- Listing of Climate Fellowships
- Forage for HMP & PHN members is an online resource which offers job simulations designed by leading companies. There are a handful of engineering simulations to try out.
Engineering
Specialized Job Boards
- American Physical Society (APS) Job Board
- Physics Today Jobs (filtered for Bachelor level roles)
Resources, Tips and Tools
- Forage for HMP & PHN members is an online resource which offers job simulations designed by leading companies. There are a handful of engineering simulations to try out.
Scientific Research and Development
Sample Resumes
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Career Spotlight
Spotlight article
Specialized Job Boards
Resources, Tips and Tools
Career Path 4
Sample Resumes
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