What Can I Do With a Major In Fisheries and Wildlife?

• Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources Job Site
• Warnell School Student Organizations

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

 Connect with your Career Consultant for guidance and support.

To complete this major, students must choose from one of three possible areas of emphasis:

The Wildlife Sciences area of emphasis trains students to manage and conserve wildlife species and their habitats. This curriculum meets the educational requirements for Certification by The Wildlife Society as an Associate Wildlife Biologist.

The Aquatic Sciences area of emphasis provides a specialized understanding of aquatic environments and the animal populations within them. The curriculum meets the Professional Certification requirements recommended by the American Fisheries Society.

The Pre-Veterinary Medicine Wildlife Sciences track was designed in cooperation with the College of Veterinary Medicine. It integrates wildlife ecology and management with the basic biological and physical sciences necessary for admission into the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program. It meets the educational requirements for Certification by The Wildlife Society as an Associate Wildlife Biologist.

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

If you are considering applying to Veterinary School, check out this article for specific tips.

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.

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) 

• The Wildlife Society Jobs 
• Association of Zoos & Aquariums Job Listings 
• Texas A&M Wildlife and Fisheries Job Board
• America Fisheries Society Job Board 
• Environmental Career Opportunities 
• The American Veterinary Medicine Association Job Board 
• Animal Sheltering Jobs
• USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Career Resources 
• Zoo Atlanta Volunteer and Internship Opportunities 
• U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Job Seeker Info 
• Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Job Listings 
• Federal Wildlife Officers Association Careers 
• Ornithological Societies of North America 
• Ornithology Exchange Job Board
• National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association Job Board 
• USA Jobs

• The Wildlife Society 
• The American Fisheries Society
• US Fish and Wildlife Service 
• National Wildlife Federation 
• Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation
• Wildlife Conservation Society 
• National Fish and Wildlife Foundation 
• Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division 
• Advancing the Science of Limnology & Oceanography 
• Aquaculture Magazine Online 
• National Fisheries Institute 
• The American Veterinary Medicine Association 
• American Association of Zoo Veterinarians 
• National Wildlife Rehabilitation Association 

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.