Wildlife and Conservation Biology, B.S.

What Can You Do With This Major?

We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Wildlife and Conservation Biology, B.S. go on to work in these industries among others.

Wildlife Science and Conservation

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Marine Biologist and Fisheries Observer $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Field Technician $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Biological Science Technician $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
Naturalist $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
Wildlife Technician $ 30,000 - $ 39,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Field Service Specialist $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Conservation Field Technician $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Research Fellow $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Embryologist $ 130,000 - $ 139,000

Education/ Research

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Field Technicin $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
Research Assistant $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
Production Technician $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Laboratory Technician $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Outdoor Educator $ 40,000 - $ 49,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Global Research and Development Director $ 140,000 - $ 149,000
Education Supervisor $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Environmental Educator $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Camp Instructor $ 60,000 - $ 69,000

Government/ Nonprofit

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Park Naturalist $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
Soil Conservationist $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Program Assistant $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Wildlife Technician $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Field Technician $ 30,000 - $ 39,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Researcher $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Biologist $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Environmental Specialist $ 80,000 - $ 89,000
GIS Analyst $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
National Park Ranger $ 40,000 - $ 49,000

Where Can You Find URI Graduates?

Many alumni who majored in Wildlife and Conservation Biology, B.S. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.

Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students

University of Texas    |     University of Rhode Island    |     Miami University    |     Antioch University New England    |     University of New England    |     University of San Diego    |     University of Leeds    |     Bowling Green State University    |     Clark University    |     Eastern Washington University

Top Employers Hiring Our Grads

County of Broward    |     Juniper Valley Animal Hospital PC    |     All of The Above Energy Resources, LLC    |     U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service    |     New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection    |     Coastal Bend Bays and Estuaries Program, Inc    |     New England Biolabs, Inc.    |     MARINE BIOLOGY UK LIMITED    |     Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida    |     Senesco Marine LLC    |     Triumvirate Environmental, Inc    |     Waters Corporation    |     Colorado Division of Wildlife    |     Gza Geoenvironmental, Inc.    |     National Park Service    |     United States Department of Agriculture    |     US Geological Survey    |     World Bird Sanctuary    |     Energy Source, LLC    |     Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?

Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.

Career Readiness for All Majors:

  • Critical thinking
  • Oral and written communication
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Digital technology
  • Professionalism
  • Career and self development
  • Equity and inclusion

Wildlife and Conservation Biology, B.S. Skills:

These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.

  1. Research
  2. Public Speaking
  3. Ecology
  4. Environmental Science
  5. Management

Contact


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