Environmental Engineer
Comprehensive Sites
Bureau of Labor Statistics: EngineersFind out about the job of engineers, overall job opportunities, and the nature of the work, created by the U.S. Department of Labor. This career profile introduces you to the training, work qualifications, employment data, and job outlook for engineers at all levels. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to find links to important professional organizations in the field, or click on detailed earnings data and learn more about this career in the sciences.
ISeek: Environmental EngineersYou can explore the work of an environmental engineer at this page, which provides tabs at the top to work activities, skills and abilities needed, educational preparation for the career, and what to expect in terms of wages and available jobs.
Princeton Review: Environmental EngineeringIntroduce yourself to the basics of environmental engineering at this page, and also find out what classes you might want to take in high school in order to prepare yourself for college coursework. Click on the link that leads you to colleges offering the major, or look at a sample undergraduate college curriculum.
Occupational Titles
Environmental Engineer
Air Pollution Control Engineer
Engineer, Air Pollution Control
Engineer, Environmental
Engineer, Flood Control
Engineer, Hazardous Waste Management Control
Engineer, Industrial, Hygiene
Engineer, Irrigation
Engineer, Pollution Control
Engineer, Public Health
Engineer, Radiation Protection
Engineer, Sanitary
Engineer, Sanitation, Exc. Trash Or Garbage Collection
Engineer, Sewage Disposal
Engineer, Soil
Engineer, Solid Waste Management
Engineer, Waste Management
Engineer, Wastewater Treatment
Engineer, Water Supply
Engineer, Water Treatment Plant
Environmental Analyst
Environmental Engineer
Environmental Remediation Specialist
Environmental Safety Specialist
Environmental Systems Coordinator
Environmentalist
Hazardous Substances Engineer
Pollution-Control Engineer
Reservoir Engineer
Accredited Academic Programs
American Academy of Environmental Engineers: Engineering Education Program AccreditationThis is the leading organization for environmental engineering program accreditation. It is a partner with the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. Connect to that page and find quick links to accredited schools, including a search by region, by discipline, and state.
Princeton Review: Schools Offering Environmental/Environmental Health EngineeringA comprehensive list of schools is found at this page, connecting you directly to contact information and websites for schools and programs you are interested in.
Salary Levels
Payscale: Environmental EngineerFind the salary of an environmental engineer at this site, graphed according to years of experience in the field. Salary information is also presented according to employer type and city of employment.
Professional Organizations
American Academy of Environmental EngineersAccess this organization’s career center, find out about specialties in environmental engineering, and take a look at the suggestions for other resources on the web about environmental engineering and related topics.
Institute of Professional Environmental PracticeStarted by professionals who saw a need for a general environmental certification credential, this organization credentials over 1,000 environmental professionals. Find out about certification through this organization and how earning it confirms a strong personal commitment to your career.
National Resources Defense CouncilFor students interested in green living and working, this organization hosts a wealth of environmental information and education. Go to blogs about the environment and climate, read OnEarth magazine, learn about federal proposals to save the environment, and click on a map that demonstrates aspects of global warming. You can explore all the issues here through a variety of text and multimedia tools.
The Nature ConservancyYou can join the conservancy online to explore new places in the world, build your personal nature page, or sign up for the e-mails you want. Find out about volunteering activities of the organization, dedicated to supporting conservancy projects around the globe, or simply learn how this organization works to develop science-based conservation by design.
Licensing & Certification
American Academy of Environmental Engineers Specialty CertificationsYou will find out about specialty certification at this page, including credentials in air pollution control, hazardous waste management, radiation protection, and other important jobs for licensed environmental engineers.
ISeek Certifications by Career: Environmental EngineersFind more than 80 certifications in the field of environmental science at this page, which includes links to diplomate recognition and other credentials from important certifying organizations.
Job Opportunity Sources
American Society of Environmental Engineers Career CenterLocate job opportunities at this page, intended for job seekers who want to delve into the field of environmental engineering. Browse and view available jobs, create a search agent, and save your jobs for later review. You can also browse featured employers, or do a quick job search.
Environmental Career GuideFrom a vocational center, this career guide links to many environmental career sites from college departments around the country and other useful sources. Find careers in geosciences, a host of ecolink, an environmental career corner, and information on becoming an environmental engineer. Each site has unique features that tell you more about job descriptions, education, what you can earn, and where to find opportunities. Click on job market for literally hundreds of career-related links, as well as state-by-state information.
Publications
Environmental Engineer MagazineLearn more about the official magazine of the American Academy of Environmental Engineers at this page, which offers environmental engineering issue coverage of all types, including in-depth articles of environmental policy and advancements that may affect this profession.
Environmental Engineering BookstoreCategories of publications at this page include hazardous waste management, health and safety, pollution prevention, and water quality. The site is intended as a premier source of reference material for all involved in environmental science and engineering.
Environmental Sciences Genamics Journal SeekA large listing of links is available here with over 100 environmental sciences journals. Click on any one to be taken to more information and its home page where available.
NatureFind the latest news in the field of environmental sciences at the headlines here, with excellent information available from your laptop. The Nature network is filled with blogs, forums, and people to connect with, and the online publication can be browsed by popular environmentally-related topics.
Nature Conservancy MagazineThe current online issue is available here, introducing you to conservation from various points of view. Look at multimedia departments, the News Front, or find out how you can help protect land, waters, and animals.
Science MagazineFind career information, as well as scientific research and news, at this online version of Science magazine. A current online issue is offered that provides a multimedia department where you can listen to podcasts, find images and slides, or view videos. View previous issues by subject or explore special features of the publication.
Online Forums & Blogs
SwitchboardEnvironmental news and commentary presented at this blog, hosted by the National Resource Defense Council. Contributors are writers, politicians, and scientists interested in saving the environment. You can access current and archived blogs about curbing pollution, environmental justice, green enterprise, health and the environment, and living sustainably.
Career Videos
YouTube: Environmental Engineering TechniciansIf you are interested in controlling pollution and working with scientists who test the air and soil for pollution, you may be interested in this career. Learn about the equipment used as an environmental technician or detective and the action that is taken to protect the environment.
YouTube: Environmental EngineersLearn about how all we do has an impact on the environment and how environmental engineers use this information to project human activity, control pollution, and address other issues of public health. Their work as consultants at hazardous waste sites, the training they need, and specializations of the work are reviewed, as well as qualities needed to solve environmental issues.
