Each Careers by Major page provides lots of ideas on various career areas, as well as how to gain related skills and experience. Useful resources and job samples are also provided.
Below is a sample of the many types of occupations and jobs pursued by graduates of this program.
1a. Sample Occupations
Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Detailed career profiles are available in the Career Centre. Some occupations require further education and experience.
Environmental Epidemiologist*
Ecologist*
Environmental Auditor
Environmental Health Officer*
Water Quality Inspector
Environmental Quality Analyst
Environmental Risk Assessor
Water Treatment Plant Operator*
Environmental Consultant*
Environmental Chemist
Air Quality Specialist
Soil Scientist
Planner (Urban)*
Park Naturalist
Conservation Officer
Fundraiser, Environmental Organizations*
GIS Analyst*
Remediation Specialist
Environmental Marketing Specialist*
Public Relations Specialist*
Recycling Manager
Hazardous Waste Material Manager
Waste and Water Resource Specialist
Eco-tourism Planner
Environmental Engineer*
Teacher/Professor*
Forester*
Botanist*
Environmental Reporter
Editor, Science Magazine*
Agronomist*
Environmental Activist/Lobbyist
* View these titles at Career Cruising, available on CLN under the Resources tab.
1b. Sample Job Listings
Below is a sample of delisted positions that have been posted on U of T's Career Learning Network (CLN). To access current listings, login to CLN and click on Jobs.
Environmental Policy Analyst, Pembina Institute
GIS Planning Assistant, Halton Region
Park Interpreter, Parks Canada
Environmental Consultant, Terraprobe Inc.
Renewable Energy Program Coordinator, Falls Brook Centre
Great Lakes Environmental Engineering Technician, Toronto Zoo
Health & Safety Leader, Sysco Food Services
Outreach and Food Services Program Intern, Chestnut Residence, UofT
1c. Sample Areas of Employment
Forestry, mining, environmental issues, waste management, architecture or surveying companies
Insurance, communications, international trade, transportation
Private industry including utilities, construction, energy, environmental planning
Government agencies
NGOs (non-governmental organizations)
Consulting firms
Real estate developers
Scientific or research groups
Museums
Market research organizations
Boards of education/universities/colleges
Outdoor recreation companies
Magazine/newspaper companies
2. Program-Related Skills
Academic courses in this program provide opportunities to develop the following types of skills. Make a career counselling or an employment strategy appointment to discuss how you can demonstrate these skills to employers.
Research: collect and preserve field organisms as well as utilize logical reasoning to interpret results/data derived from scientfic experimentation.
Technical: use computer to manipulate and display data and comply with quality control procedures while conducting experiments.
Quantitative: apply statistical packages to data to test for significance.
Communication: support scientific findings by writing literature reviews of journal articles, and interact professionally with a multidisciplinary team of researchers, technicians, students and professors.
Informational interviews are a great way to connect with professionals in a career area of interest and gain valuable insights about a particular career, company, or industry that would otherwise be difficult to find in books or online. Check out our tip sheet to learn more.
Alumni Profiles
Check out our Alumni Profiles page with submissions from UTM grads to find out how their experiences have affected their career direction.
Events
Attending career panels, networking events, employer info sessions, and career fairs is a great way to meet professionals and learn more about careers, companies and industries. Login to CLN and click on Events & Workshops to see what's coming up.
Talk to Professors
Connecting with your professors can be a great way to explore the different paths a major can lead you to, as well as learn about possible opportunities for research, volunteering or becoming a TA. Drop by during their office hours or request an appointment.
Student Organizations
Join a student club or an academic society at UTM to meet like-minded people, explore your interests, and make valuable connections. To view a list of current clubs and societies, visit the Centre for Student Engagement's website. Some organizations you may consider are:
Student Association of Geography and Environment
UTM Students' Union
Erindade Biology Society
LinkedIn
Create a LinkedIn profile to connect with professionals in various fields, explore the career paths of UTM alumni, research employers, apply for specific positions and more. Need help? Come to the Career Centre to book a LinkedIn profile critique.
Professional Associations
There are many benefits of becoming a member of association(s), such as developing a network of contacts, learning about industry trends, accessing industry-related job postings and stating your affiliation on your resume. Some associations related to this major are:
Get some experience and exposure to the industry while being a student. This will increase your chances of finding a job after graduation, while helping you decide what area might be most suitable for you.
The work study program provides eligible students with an opportunity to work on campus during the academic year and gain experience. Many departments use this program to hire UTM students during the Fall/Winter and Summer terms.
Research Opportunity Program (ROP)
UTM's Research Opportunity Program (ROP) allows undergraduate students to gain valuable research experience and earn a course credit by participating in a faculty member's research project. Courses are held during Summer and Fall/Winter terms.
Check out our binder with detailed information on volunteer opportunities; available in the Career Centre
Learn about the Co-Curricular Record (CCR), which can help you find opportunities beyond the classroom and have your skills and experiences captured on an official document
Student Organizations
Joining any student club or academic society at UTM is a great way to gain valuable skills and expand your resume. To view a list of current clubs and societies, visit the Centre for Student Engagement's website.
4b. Off-Campus
Internships, Summer, Part-Time and Volunteer Positions
Check out our binders with detailed information on internships and volunteer opportunities; available in the Career Centre
Review our Internships, Summer Employment Programs and Summer Job Search tip sheets
Full Time Positions
Networking is an essential element of job search today, as most jobs are not advertised. While you should still apply for positions you find online, building relationships with professionals is a proven way to access the 'hidden job market' with some of the most desirable opportunities. Attend the "Learn to Network" workshop to discover proven techniques to effectively introduce yourself and make contacts.
Login to CLN and click on Jobs to access current postings advertised to graduating students and recent UofT grads. Note: You must attend the "Now That I'm Graduating, What's Next?" workshop to gain access to these postings.
The Career Resource Library contains information about a wide range of occupations in all industries, resume and cover letter resources, effective work search methods, graduate/professional school preparation guides and more.
Meet with an academic or departmental advisor, who can guide you in achieving academic success. Contact the Office of the Registrar or your department for more information.
Career Planning by Year
Visit our Career Planning by Year page for ideas of important career related activities for each year. You can visit us in the Career Centre to find out more about career areas that interest you.
