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Forest Resources

About the Major A Forest Resources major prepares students to plan, implement, and research the management, protection, and sustainable use of forest and related resources, including timber, water, wildlife, recreation, and aesthetic resources. The curriculum allows students to choose between two areas of specialization: Forest Management & Planning or Forest Conservation & Ecosystem Management. Read more about the major. Visit the Forest Resources website

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Common Job Titles

- Biological Science Technician - Conservationist - Conservation Officer - Ecological Restoration Specialist - Environmental Biologist

- Environmental Consultant - Environmental Educator - Fish Hatchery Manager Naturalist - Wildlife Biologist - Zoo Biologist

Types of Employers

- Environmental consulting firms - Forest products companies - Land management organizations - Natural resources agencies

- Parks and nature preserves - Tree care companies - Universities and colleges - Forestry agencies

Alumni Job Titles and Career Profiles

Salary and Employment Statistics of Recent Graduates

Words of Advice from Recent Graduates (pdf)

Study Abroad Information for Forest Resources

Below you will find our top picks for professional associations and job search sites for this industry.

• State of Minnesota
  The official site for the State of Minnesota government careers (including Dept. of Natural Resources, Minnesota Zoological Garden, Agriculture Dept., Explore Minnesota Tourism, Pollution Control Agency, Water and Resources Board)
• Environmental Career Opportunities and Job Seeker
  Specializing in Environmental and Natural Resources job vacancies nationwide. (The St. Paul Campus Career Center subscribes to these 2 databases of environmental and natural resources jobs and internships.)
• USAJOBS
  The official job site of the United States government (though not all agencies post their jobs on it—be sure to search specific agencies job postings).
• A-Z Index
  Index of U.S. Government Departments and Agencies.
• U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
  Job postings, articles and resources related to the field of Forest Resources.
• National Park Service
  Job postings, articles and resources related to the field of Forest Resources.
• U.S. Forest Service
  Job postings, articles and resources related to the field of Forest Resources.
• Student Conservation Association
  Internships and jobs available in conservation-related areas in all 50 states.
• Additional Resources (pdf)