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Natural Resource Management
Natural Resource Management (NRM) majors enjoy the unique nature of an interdisciplinary program. Relying heavily on courses in the departments of Food and Resources Economics, Entomology and WIldlife Ecology, and Plant and Soil Sciences, NRM majors benefit from the experience and expertise of a variety of faculty. The first year in the program includes courses in biology, chemistry, mathematics, computers, and economics. Throughout the undergraduate years, students are expected to take courses in environmental policy, statistics, chemistry, computer applications, and resource economics.
Plant Science graduates find a wide range of employment opportunities. Environmental consultant. Lobbyist. Nature educator. Environmental lawyer.
These are just a few of the possible careers of NRM majors. Typical
employment possibilities are in law, government agencies, industry, and
consulting firms. While entry-level positions do exist, some careers will
require additional education beyond the bachelor's degree. Graduates of
the NRM program pursue graduate work in areas like conservation biology,
resource economics, environmental law, and public policy. Whatever your
goal, we encourage you to participate in internships, job search workshops
and career days; to develop your communication skills; and to learn to
network with prospective employers.
For more information on any of the College of Agriculture and Natural
Resources majors, contact the Office of Academic Programs at 831-2508 or
stop by 104 Townsend Hall.
Sample Job Titles
| Bachelor's Degree/Entry Level |
Further Education/Experience
Often
Required |
| *environmental consultant |
*college professor |
| *wildlife researcher |
*environmental lawyer |
| * land use planner |
*environmental
researcher |
| *public policy maker |
*conservation biologist |
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Check the Dictionary of Occupational Titles under section 420 for additional
related careers.
Enhancing Employability
- Participate in Internships,
Field Experience Placements and Alumni Mentor Network.
- Sample UD Field Experiences: Rockwood
Museum, Longwood Gardens, Mt. Cuba Center
Some Employers of Natural
Resource Management Majors
- pest control companies
- state/federal government
- colleges/universities
- laboratories
- environmental agencies
- nature centers
- military services
- business and industry
- chemical companies
- zoos
Other Sources of Information
Vault Online Career Library
(provides extensive information about careers and companies/organizations; log in via Blue Hen Jobs)
Agricultural & Applied Economics Association
www.aaea.org
American Farm Bureau Federation
www.fb.org
American Society for Horticultural Science
www.ashs.org
American Society of Agronomy
www.agronomy.org
American Society of Landscape Architects
www.asla.org
American Society of Plant Biologists
www.aspb.org
Ecological Society of America
www.esa.org
Environmental Career Opportunities
www.ecojobs.com
Environmental Jobs and Careers
www.ejobs.org
National Association of Environmental Professionals
www.naep.org
National Wildlife Federation
www.nwf.org
The Riley Guide
www.rileyguide.com
Weed Science Society of America
www.wssa.net
Resources for Finding Employment
University of Delaware Career Resource Center Materials
Available
- Blue Hen Jobs -- Internships, Part-time, Summer, and Full-time Jobs -- All in one place
- Plunkett's Energy Industry Almanac (CSD 315)
- Environmental Engineering Selection Guide
(CSD 316)
- The EnviroDirectory: Mid-Atlantic & New
England (CSD 317.2 & 317.5)
- The Environmental Guidebook (CSD 318)
- The Directory of Environmental Web Sites on
the Internet (CSD 319)
- Careers in Focus - Agriculture (CSE 69)
- Occupational Guidance for Agriculture (CSE
72)
- Careers in Focus - Business (CSE 85)
- Careers for Environmental Types & Others Who
Respect the Earth (CSE 449)
- The Eco Guide to Careers that Make a Difference
(CSE 450)
- Opportunities in Landscape Architecture, Botanical
Gardens, and Arboreta (CSE 452)
- Careers for Nature Lovers and Other Outdoor Types (CSE 453)
- Career Opportunities in Science (CSE 455)
- Outdoor Careers (CSE 485)
- Occupational Outlook Handbook (GE 5)
- Graduate Programs in the Biological Sciences
(GS 25)
- Graduate Programs in the Physical Sciences,
Mathematics, Agricultural Sciences, the Environment & Natural Resources
(GS 30)
- www.udel.edu/CSC/netresources.html
CSC's Internet Resources
Further information including: Skills to Develop,
Strategies for Contacting Employers, Grad School Information and where to
get assistance is available in the CAREER RESOURCE CENTER located at 401 Academy
Street.
Last updated: October 22, 2009 (CH)
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