What Can I Do With a Major In Water and Soil Resources?

UGA Specific Information for Water and Soil Resources

Water and Soil Resources majors take classes in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Department of Crop and Soil Sciences as well as the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources. Students take classes that emphasize the biological, ecological, chemical, and physical processes that impact the management of our water and soil resources, including water and soil inventory, soil genesis, conservation, and remediation.

Students trained in the area of water and soil resources are hired by the private sector as technical, research, and information specialists. Regional and local agricultural firms also employ graduates trained as water and soil resource specialists as land use experts, quality control specialists, and information and computer analysts. Many graduates are self-employed consultants or are hired by environmental consulting firms to assess environmental conditions, monitor soil and water pollutants, reclaim disturbed lands, and prepare environmental policy.

Campus Resources

UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Clubs and Organizations

To find additional clubs and organizations, go to the Center for Student Organizations

Connect with your Career Consultant for guidance and support.

Additional UGA Career Center Recommendations

Through appropriate choice of electives, students can meet the educational requirements for Certified Soil Scientist (by the Soil Science Society of America) and/or prepare for the certified hydrologist exam offered by the American Institute of Hydrologists.

If you are interested in pursuing a graduate degree, check out our website for assistance with this process.

Additional Career Research Resources

  • O*NET Online – The O*NET database includes information on skills, abilities, knowledge, work activities, and interests associated with over 900 occupations.  
  • My Next Move – An interactive tool for students and job seekers to learn more about their career options.  
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook – The OOH is a career resource offering information on the hundreds of occupations that provide most of jobs in the United States.  
  • Vault – Vault.com provides in-depth intelligence on what it’s really like to work in an industry, company, or profession – and how to position yourself to land that job.  
  • Candid Career – This resource provides you with access to thousands of informational video interviews with real professionals through an easy-to-use website.  
  • UGA Mentor Program – Connect with a mentor (alumni, faculty, staff) to research and explore industries and careers. Research industries and careers by connecting with a mentor for a quick chat or formal 16-week mentorship through the UGA Mentor Program.  
  • Interstride - Interstride is an interactive tool for both international and domestic students to enhance their international experience and employment potential. The platform consists of job-listings, hiring trends, employer information, self-assessments, and up-to-date immigration guidance. 
  • Glassdoor - Glassdoor is a free jobs and career community that offers an inside look at jobs and companies through "employee generated content" – anonymous salaries, company reviews, interview questions, and more – all posted by employees and job seekers.  
  • Steppingblocks - Research your future career with real-world stats about your major, your interests, and your dream job title with career and education searches designed to find your best path based on millions of others. It’s data-powered career exploration for doers like you.

Employment Websites

GENERAL

  • Handshake (scroll down to the bottom of the page; login with your UGA MyID and password)  
  • LinkedIn (this popular networking site also has a job board!) 
  • Idealist (non-profit jobs) 
  • USAJobs (federal jobs) 

MAJOR/CAREER SPECIFIC

Professional Associations/Resources

Tip: Join LinkedIn groups that are related to your career interest. Need help finding groups? Check out the Groups You May Like link under the Interests/Groups tab. Review the groups that professionals in your field of interest have joined and consider joining them as well. 

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