Overview

Does the idea of sitting at a desk indoors all day fill you with dread? Would you rather work outside, whether it's in nature, out in the elements or just somewhere you can be active? If so, you may enjoy a career working in the outdoors. These careers range in education, experience and pay, but chances are you will get lots of fresh air!

On this page you can learn more about careers in the outdoors and where you can obtain training or educational experience. ​

​Want to learn more about other types of careers? Check out our "Careers by Interest Area" page here!
TOP RIASEC Categories: Realistic, Investigative
CTE Industry Sector(s):
Agriculture and Natural Resources
​Energy, Environment and Utilities

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Occupation Information

Certificate / License ​
AA Degree (Community College) ​
​Bachelor's Degree

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Get Experience Now!

You can get experience in this field in the following ways:
  • Join an organization such as 4-H or Future Farmers of America.
  • Take related CTE courses at your local high school, such as Agriculture. 
  • Volunteer at a Nature Center or Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. 
  • Reach out to a business or organization in the career area you are interested in and ask for information on what the job is really like and what type of education or experience is recommended. 

Career Videos

Farmers, Ranchers, Agricultural Managers
GIS (Geospatial Information Systems)
Agricultural Inspector
Commercial Diver
Solar Photovoltaic Installer
Petroleum Engineer

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