Re-entering the environmental field
Hi guys, I’m looking for some career advice about re-entering the environmental field after working in a different industry for a while.
I graduated with an ecology degree three years ago and worked a conservation internship right after. The contract ended, and I was hit with unemployment for a while. After a few months of job searching, I ended up getting a job at an insurance company, where I’m still working as an administrator.
I’ve been thinking about going back to an environmental career but I’m wondering if I left the field for too long? I feel like a new grad would have better chances with entry level positions.
I’m mostly interested in environmental compliance. With only an ecology background, I know I’ll have to do some extra learning, but would taking college courses be enough, or is it better to do a grad program?
Appreciate any advice.