Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Natural Resources and Environmental Science: Water Quality] From Purdue University

Graduates work in business and industry, consulting, nonprofit organizations, and state and federal agencies. Others continue their education in environmental science, engineering, or environmental law, or conduct research at a university or in industry.

NRES is a flexible Interdisciplinary program that allows students, working closely with an academic advisor, to develop a personal curriculum that meets their career goals. The NRES program prepares students for careers in business, industry or government which focuses on the prevention, control, correction or regulation of environmental problems.

Careers in Natural Resources and Environmental Science (multiple concentrations)

• Environmental consultant
• Wetland scientist
• Field chemist
• Species conservation specialist
• Hydrologist
• Surveyor
• Ecological risk assessor
• Health and safety manager
• Environmental attorney
• Industrial engineer
• Environmental hygienist
• Pollution control director
• Soil conservationist