Internships and Careers

Join our Environmental Studies graduates in success!

93% of the class of 2023 reported landing a job within six months of graduation, and 7% planned to continue their education.

Environmental Studies

Contact Information

Hilary De Vries
Science and Health Care Career Pathway Leader
hdevries@lakeforest.edu
847-735-6126

One Major, Multiple Paths

A degree in Environmental Studies can open up a variety of opportunities. Here's a sample of job titles our newest graduates have held in the last five years:

Conservation and Experiential Programming Aide
Communications Assistant
Environmental Restoration Specialist
Field Ecologist
Foster Care Permanency Achievement Specialist
Land and Water Steward
National Resource Technician
Plant Healthcare Technician/Climber
Production Specialist
Veterinary Technician

Where our graduates land

Our students have completed an internship or landed a job with high-profile organizations in and beyond Chicago.

Our most recent graduates have interned at or joined the ranks of these companies in the last five years:

Abbott Laboratories
American Conservation Experience
Bartlett Tree Experts
Burnham Park Animal Hospital
Champaign County Forest Preserve District
Davey Tree Expert Company
Engineering Consulting Services (ECS)
Lake Forest Open Lands
Olson Ecological Solutions
Park Animal Hospital
Sustainable Living Guide
Tallgrass Restoration LLC
Zena Forest Products LLC

Advancing their studies

Environmental Studies graduates have also furthered their studies through graduate programs across the country. We set our students up for success so they can enroll in diverse programs such as this sample of degrees pursued by recent graduates:

Juris Doctor (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign)
Master of Environmental Studies (University of Illinois Springfield)
Master of Arts in Leadership (University of Jamestown)
Master of Public Health (University of Minnesota)

A Lake Forest College education is built for the future. All students are equipped with the most sought-after professional skills: writing, speaking, critical thinking, and an understanding of human society and cultures. Our interdisciplinary curriculum sets our graduates apart as competitive and uniquely qualified candidates who are eager to take on the challenges presented in today's professional world. Learn more about how our students turn their passions into a career on our Success Stories and Outcomes page.

Success Stories and Outcomes

“

The Environmental Studies department has so many fantastic classes to take, and each of them has the potential to bring out life-changing experiences that can give you clarity on what your true passions are. My experience from my Senior Seminar course on preserving/restoring endangered species gave me an absolute passion to pursue a career related to environmental stewardship and research.

Christian Meyers ’23, Land & Water Steward at Green Iowa Americorps

Christian's journey isn't the only way to make it at Lake Forest College. Our career pathways offer a multitude of different ways to take advantage of the education here as well as the opportunities after graduation.

Career Pathways

Our Enviormental Studies graduates...

Critically Examine

all sides of environmental issues and apply understanding from other disciplines

Understand the Earth’s Systems

on physical, chemical, and biological levels

Apply Lessons

from various courses through field experiences

Actively Challenge

existing systems and structures

Networking and Career Preparation

Learn more about the Forester Network

Our students have opportunities to engage with professionals working in various fields of interest and build meaningful connections before graduation.

Lake Forest College students don't only get a fantastic education, but also hone applicable skills that employers are seeking in candidates.

Our career counselors ensure that our students are well prepared for whatever path they choose.

At Lake Forest College, you will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from a multitude of fields.

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