Careers
Where an LES degree can take you, and the support to help you get there.
Where LES Graduates Go
LES graduates are prepared for careers in academia, government, industry, and nonprofit organizations, in areas such as climate adaptation, ecosystem restoration, and decision support for resource managers and policymakers.
*Employment outlook for program graduates, as reported on the EECB website.
Career Paths by Program
A few of the careers each program prepares you for. Some of these careers might require education beyond a bachelor’s degree.
Environmental Systems Science
ESS graduates are prepared for jobs with government agencies (EPA, USGS, NPS, USFS), nonprofits, or private companies.
Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology
Graduates with a B.S. in EECB possess a specialized skill set that can open doors to several professions in academia, government, NGOs, and the private sector.
Biological Sciences
While skills learned from each of our offered majors can be applied to any field, here are examples of career paths specific to biology.
LES Graduate Program
Graduate students build careers in academia, government, industry, and nonprofit organizations. Common roles include:
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