Environmental Scientist

Study the natural world to protect the environment and human health.

$55k–$95k/year·Bachelor's in Environmental Science, Biology, or ChemistryModerate demand
🔬 Science & Research🌍 Environment & Climate

A day in this role

On a typical day you might gather field samples, run lab tests for contaminants, and write a report that helps a city decide whether its water is safe — science with a direct line to people's lives.

Key skills

Analytical thinkingData analysisField researchScientific writing

How to get there

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How to find jobs

Search for:

"Environmental Scientist" OR "Environmental Specialist" OR "Field Scientist"

Where to look:

USAJobsIndeedenvironmental consulting firm pagesLinkedIn

Application tip:

GIS and data-analysis skills set candidates apart — list any mapping or statistics software you know up top.