u/Ok-Painter-6872

I am 26 and a bit stuck in life. I want to go back to school and I’m looking into different career paths. I keep coming back to the idea of working outdoors in conservation and environmentalism.

I keep getting park ranger when I google it, but I’m a bit apprehensive to get into a law enforcement field (I don’t think I’d be a right fit). Also I have a desk job now and realizing I hate it so would want to avoid roles that are more office jobs. I know there are other NPS jobs that are in the field, but idk what they would be called to do more research?

What types of jobs exist in this area of work?

I would be happy doing maintenance, sample collecting, speaking to school groups. Stuff like that. Which positions focus on that kind of work?

Also I’m sure it’s competitive right now (as is with most work) but is it like impossible bad?

I’m aware it’s a lot of seasonal work and a lot of relocation depending on what is needed where. I think I could be good at that. Like I mentioned I’m just trying to get an idea so I can see if it would be a goal to work towards.

Any insights are appreciated!

I am 26 college drop out and a bit stuck in life. I’m looking into different career paths. I keep coming back to the idea of working in conservation and environmentalism.

The obvious is park ranger, but I’m a bit apprehensive to get into a law enforcement field (I don’t think I’d be a right fit). Also have a desk job now and realizing I hate it so would want to avoid roles that are more office jobs.

What types of jobs are in parks and nature conservation that work in the field? I would be happy doing maintenance, sample collecting, maybe leading tour groups. Stuff like that. Which position focus on that kind of work?

Also I’m sure it’s competitive right now (as is with most work) but is it like impossible level bad?

I’m aware it’s a lot of seasonal work and a lot of relocation depending on what is needed where. I think I could be good at that. And I’m willing to go back to school (seems like a bachelor degree is needed for most roles).

Like I mentioned I’m just trying to get an idea so I can see if it would be a goal to work towards. Any input from people in this field is appreciated.

Thank you!