5 green jobs for Gen-Z grads
Dr. Amy Tuininga, Institute Director, spoke with Laura Vogel from Yahoo Finance about the opportunities for students pursuing environmental degrees
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Many entering the job market are looking for careers that will help them make a positive environmental impact on the planet. These young job seekers might be in luck. According to the , jobs for environmental scientists and “related specialists” will increase by 8% over the coming decade. These jobs also pay well. The 2020 median pay for environmental scientists is $73,230, while bring home a median yearly salary of $122,960. Dr. Tuininga sees the passion of planet-conscious young people every day in her work.
Our students really care about having a healthy planet, a world where they can thrive,” she said. “We show them how to incorporate sustainability into their career.