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Entomology

Students who major in Entomology study insect identification, behavior, ecology, structure, physiology and ways to reduce the impact of pest species. The major builds from courses in biology, chemistry, and entomology, and has flexibility in course selection, which allows students to focus on specialties like pest management or insect biology. Some students choose to pursue a minor in areas like biology, landscape horticulture and design, food and agribusiness management, and Spanish.

Entomology graduates find a wide range of employment opportunities. Integrated pest management; Biological control. Pesticide research. Forensic entomology. Environmental consulting. Nature education. These careers and more are shared by hundreds of entomology alumni. Wile some students enter the workforce right after college, others choose to further their education in graduate school, studying subjects like pest management, insect ecology, and genetics. Whatever your goal, we encourage you to participate in job-search workshops and career days, seek an internship, develop your communication skills, and 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 (302) 831-2508 or stop by 104 Townsend Hall.

Sample Job Titles

Check the Dictionary of Occupational Titles under section 041 for additional related careers.

Enhancing Employability

• Participate in Internships, Field Experience Placements and Alumni Mentor Network.
• Sample UD Field Experiences: Delaware Nature Society, Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation, Brandywine Creek, DuPont Company, USDA Beneficial Insects Research Laboratory
• Join relevant student organizations to develop leadership skills.

Some Employers of Entomology Majors

• pest control companies
• state/federal government
• colleges/universities
• laboratories
• environmental agencies
• nature centers
• military services
• business and industry
• chemical companies

Other Sources of Information

• American Institute of Biological Sciences
• Ecological Society of America
• Entomological Society of America
• Environmental Career Opportunities
• National Assn. of Environmental Professionals
• National Wildlife Federation
• Science Careers
• The Riley Guide
• Wildlife Society

Resources for Finding Employment

Log in to BLUE HEN CAREERS, for additional resources regarding internships, part-time, summer, and full-time jobs.

Look for additional postings and information:

• Facebook
• Twitter
• LinkedIn: Blue Hen Career Network Group

The Blue Hen Career Guide will also provide you with helpful career tools including: Skills to Develop, Strategies for Contacting Employers, Interview Strategies, and Graduate School Information.

Remember Career liaisons are available to assist with your quest for employment. Schedule an appointment with your liaison today!

Visit the Sharf & Townsend Career Library & Resource Center at 401 Academy St, Newark, DE 19716