Pay: It depends on what field of study you go into, but the pay ranges to 39,000 to 67,000. The 2012 median pay was 63,570 per year. ($30,56 per hour.)
Education: Environmental scientist and specialist need at least a bachelor's degree in natural science or science related field for most entry-level jobs.
What they do: Environmental scientists and specialists use their knowledge of natural sciences to protect the environment and human health. They clean up areas that have been polluted, advise policy markers, and work with industries to help reduce waste.
Work environment: Most environmental scientists and specialists work for federal, state, or local governments or private consulting firms that may work with government or private industries. Some scientists work in laboratories or offices. Others may work in the field collecting data, or samples.
How to become one: You need at least a bachelor's degree in a natural science to become a environmental scientist or specialist.
Job outlook: Employment of environmental scientists and specialists is predicted to grow 15% from 2012 to 2022, faster than the average for occupations.
Similar occupations: Some of the jobs that are similar with environmental scientist/ specialist are; Agriculture and food scientist, Anthropologist and archeologist, conservation sciences, and foresters, and many more.