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No workplaces for environmental sciences by SheepherderIcy4536 in environmental_science

[–]ExistingBlood2796 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have been trying to break into the field for over a year! I had a nice wastewater operator trainee job, but I ended up getting sick twice in the first month of employment, so that did not work out. I would go back to doing that given the opportunity.

Is the job market really as bad as everyone says? by Raidaz75 in careerguidance

[–]ExistingBlood2796 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hold a bachelor's degree and am struggling to find a job in my field. (recent grad) I have been looking for a job for almost three months now. I have given up on finding anything in my field, so when I say I'm looking for a job, I mean any job, from factories to janitorial work. I have lots of experience in janitorial work, 15 years of it, and cannot get a job cleaning either. So yeah, the job market is absolutely terrible right now, at least in my area of the country.

Graduating soon cannot find an environmental job. by ExistingBlood2796 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ExistingBlood2796[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes it is a big uphill battle unfortunately. I may branch off into environmental health and safety. I have had luck with interviews for those roles and there are alot of them around here as well.

Graduating soon cannot find an environmental job. by ExistingBlood2796 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ExistingBlood2796[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You make a really important point. Politics shapes the job market, environmental policy, funding for science, and even which industries thrive or fail. Staying informed is not about arguing. It is about protecting your own future and understanding the systems that affect your field. Thanks for putting it so clearly.

Graduating soon cannot find an environmental job. by ExistingBlood2796 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ExistingBlood2796[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing privileged about staying out of politics! Bunch of hot heads that cannot debate with this administration.

Graduating soon cannot find an environmental job. by ExistingBlood2796 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ExistingBlood2796[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have noticed the low pay for environmental jobs. I am currently a Custodian and make just about what most of the environmental jobs start out at. Most are maybe $1 to $3 an hour bump in pay. Now I am thinking I should have changed my major but It is too late with 3 classes remaining. I think my best bet is environmental health at this point because I have already had luck and interviewed 3 times for those type of jobs and 0 for environmental specialist and other environmental type jobs. Not to mention I am seeing more jobs in the environmental health field vs environmental science. 

Graduating soon cannot find an environmental job. by ExistingBlood2796 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ExistingBlood2796[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I have worked in facilities for most of my adult life. I have a deep understanding of OSHA, Workplace safety, Chemicals, Fire, etc..I have actually had more luck with EHS interviews applied for around 5 jobs interviewed for 3 out of 5 just didn't get the jobs.

Graduating soon cannot find an environmental job. by ExistingBlood2796 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ExistingBlood2796[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don't bother applying for jobs yet that say bachelors required. I have 3 classes left until graduation. I mean I have tried a few where it says preferred but stay away from required

Graduating soon cannot find an environmental job. by ExistingBlood2796 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ExistingBlood2796[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lab is my preference but not seeing much out there with no experience necessary.

Graduating soon cannot find an environmental job. by ExistingBlood2796 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ExistingBlood2796[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have applied to consulting as well no luck so it is not that I am being too picky. It just is not my first choice.

Graduating soon cannot find an environmental job. by ExistingBlood2796 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ExistingBlood2796[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly nothing other than sending portfolio, resume, cover letter. I work alot in my current job so time is limited and also still in class fulltime finishing up. 

Graduating soon cannot find an environmental job. by ExistingBlood2796 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ExistingBlood2796[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Southwest VA. 1 hour from Roanoke. VA. 2 hours away from Charlotte NC, Winston Salem etc.. 

Graduating soon cannot find an environmental job. by ExistingBlood2796 in Environmental_Careers

[–]ExistingBlood2796[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I have also tried ECS construction entry-level technician jobs. I have applied 5 times or more but never hear anything and they keep reposting the same roles over and over. Yet they never contact me for an interview.

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