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Government Sites
Agricultural and Food Scientist - How can farms use less labor? Control pests and
weeds? Conserve soil and water? Do all of the above, yet still grow more food? Agricultural and food scientists
look for the answers to these kinds of questions.
Agriculture in the Classroom - Teen Scene - (Department of Agriculture) - This
interactive site explores agricultural science, issues, careers and edutainment where students use their
knowledge to succeed at online games.
Archeologist - Working for the Great Outdoors - (Forest Service) - Archeologists
carefully examine undisturbed remains to learn more about prehistoric events. Would you enjoy working as an
Archeologist? Find our more information here.
Archeology and Anthropology Career Guide - (National Park
Service) Anthropology is the study of human beings. Archeology is the study of past human cultures through the
analysis of material evidence left behind. Anthropology allows us to understand how people and their cultures
are different or alike and how they have changed. Find resources and advice from professionals.
Become a Geophysicist - (Geological Survey) - A geophysicist is someone who
studies the Earth using gravity, magnetic, electrical, and seismic methods. Learn more about this fascinating
career.
Botanist - Yosemite National Park - (National Park Service) - Botanist Martin
Hutten, who is the manager of Yosemite National Park's invasive plant program, joined the park in 2008 after
working at Craters of the Moon National Monument & Preserve in Idaho and Olympic and North Cascades
national parks in Washington.
Career Information - NASA - NASA isn't just astronauts and scientists. NASA
has engineers, mathematicians, technicians, accountants, historians, writers, computer support people,
project managers, artists, educators, human resource personnel, public relations managers, physicians,
lawyers -- and more. The most important thing for preparing to find a job at NASA is that you study what you like
and work hard to achieve your goals.
Chemist -
Everything is made of chemicals. Chemists and materials scientists find ways to make chemicals useful to us.
They also try to improve things that people use daily, such as paint, medicine, and cosmetics, as well as cars
and airplanes.
Doctor - (Bureau of
Labor Statistics) - Doctors use science to figure out what is making people sick. Doctors examine people,
listen to them describe their health problems, and do tests to see what is wrong.
Earth Science Careers - (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) - One of
NASA's biggest assets has always been its people. Through distinguished service, ability, courage, and
education you can make a contribution to the advancement of Earth Science.
Engineering
Technician - Engineering technicians solve technical problems. Some help engineers and
scientists do research and development. They build or set up equipment. They do experiments. They collect
data and calculate results.
Entomological Conservation Biologist - Forces of Change -
(Smithsonian Institution) - Meet Terry Erwin. He is ine of the most influential entomological (study of insects)
conservation biologists and systematic taxonomists (a person who studies the principles of scientific
classification) today.
Environmental
Scientist - Environmental scientists find and fix pollution and other environmental problems.
They figure out what is in the air, water, and soil to make sure that the environment is safe. They also give
advice on how to clean the environment.
Estuaries.Gov - Students Page - (National Estuarine Research Reserve
System) - Learn about basic estuarine concepts and answer questions to solve a puzzle. You can also find
information about careers in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the knowledge and
skills required to enter these careers, and much more.
Farmer - Farmers
grow crops and raise animals. Farmers decide when to plant, fertilize, harvest, and sell crops. Farmers watch
the prices for the crops they produce and try to sell at the best time. They choose what types of machinery,
seeds, and animals to buy. Farmers use new technology, and they learn about new farming methods.
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s Students’ Corner -
This Corner is intended to explain to students of all ages how the FERC regulates energy for the United States.
There are many different things to learn about FERC, including the history and the energy industries we
regulate and our commitment to the environment.
Fire Archeologist - (National Park Service) - Fire archeologist Jun Kinoshita came
to Yosemite National Park in 2001 from a seasonal archeologist position at Klondike Goldrush National
Historical Park in Skagway, Alaska. As part of his Yosemite duties, Kinoshita is the co-coordinator of the
Resource Advisor Program, providing resource information--such as vulnerable plant or animal species, or
cultural resources--before, during and after wildland fire incidents and prescribed burns.
How Do Archeologists Work? - (National Park Service) Archeologists work by digging
into sites and collections. When they excavate, archeologists use tools you might recognize.
Landscape
Architect - Landscape architects decide where to put flowers, trees, walkways, and other
landscape details. They work with architects, surveyors, and engineers to find the best place to put roads and
buildings. They work with environmental scientists to find the best way to conserve or restore natural
resources.
Life Works - Office of Science Education - (National Institutes of
Health) - What you like to be a nurse, dentist, ambulance driver, or work with animals as a veterinary
technician? At this very cool site you can read "Success Stories" which are interviews with real people in
various health and medical jobs.
LifeWorks Career Exploration - (Office of Science Education) - Read interviews,
career descriptions and college planning information about different careers in Science.
Look to the Future: Careers in Space - Since you were little, you have probably
associated space careers with astronauts, walking on the moon, Neil Armstrong, and space shuttles. Not
every space career involves hopping around in a big spacesuit, but there are lots of opportunities available for
exciting space careers today.
Marine Biologist - Forces of Change - (Smithsonian Institution) - Meet Carole Baldwin.
She's an authority on marine biology who specializes in tropical-marine and deep-sea fishes.
Marine Careers - Get introduced to a wide range of marine career fields and to people
working in those fields.
Meet the Weather and Climate Scientists - (Environmental Protection
Agency) - This page features some weather and climate scientists from EPA. Read about careers in Air
Pollution Prevention and more.
Oceanographer - Forces of Change - (Smithsonian Institution) - Meet David Adamec.
He's a physical oceanographer who has pioneered a new way of seeing the ocean.
Online Videos about Earth Science Careers - (Geological Survey) - What can
you do when you work for the USGS? This 14 minute video is a general overview of how USGS scientists do
science.
Ornithologist / Wildlife Biologist - (National Park Service) - Meet wildlife
biologist Sarah Stock, who is an ornithologist (a person who studies birds) specializing in owls, has worked in
the Wildlife Management branch of the Resource Management & Science division in Yosemite National Park
since 2006.
Pharmacist -
Pharmacists are experts in medicine and its side effects. They sometimes help doctors choose which
medicines to give patients. Pharmacists also warn doctors if the doctors have asked their patients to take any
medicine that might hurt their patients.
Physicist -
Physicists study the natural world, from the tiniest subatomic particles to the largest galaxies. They do
experiments to discover the laws of nature. They study what things are made of (matter) and how things
behave. They also study energy. They learn how it changes from one form to another.
Pilot - Pilots fly
airplanes and helicopters to do many jobs. Most pilots fly people and cargo from place to place. Some pilots
test new planes, fight fires, do police work, or rescue people who are hurt or in danger.
Scientists in Action - (Geological Survey) - Want to map the planets, explore the ocean
floor; protect wildlife, or forecast volcanic eruptions? If this sounds like fun, then take a peek at this website
and learn about various careers in the natural sciences.
Social Scientist - Yosemite National Park - (National Park Service) -
Social scientist Bret Meldrum started Resource Management and Science Division's newest branch, Visitor
Use and Social Sciences, in 2007. Before working at Yosemite National Park, Meldrum worked with NPS data
as a research assistant in his graduate work.
Space
Agriculture in the Classroom - (Department of Agriculture, NASA) - Learn about the space
program and the role of agriculture in our economy and society. Helps students see the connection between
agricultural practices on Earth that relate to space-based research, particularly in the plant sciences.
Star Child - Astronauts - Every two years, NASA must make the difficult
decision of selecting new members of the astronaut corps. Learn what it takes to be an astronaut.
Teacher - Teachers
teach children to read, write, do math, and much more. They use games, videos, computers, and other tools to
teach children different subjects. Teachers show students skills. They also explain information. Teachers
plan their lessons before they teach.
Veterinarian -
Veterinarians take care of sick and injured animals. Like doctors, they perform surgery and give medicine.
When an animal is sick, vets examine it to find out why.
What Does an Archaeologist Do? - (National Park Service) Archaeologists
investigate sites and artifacts to answer a specific research question or to save cultural resources from
destruction, either from human or natural forces.
Women of
NASA - (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) - There are many math, science, and
technology careers for women at NASA. At this interesting site you can take the NASA quest and read profiles
of NASA experts about their work days.
Zookeeper -
Many people like animals, but taking care of them is hard work. Zookeepers take care of wild animals in zoos
and animal parks. They feed the animals, clean their living spaces, and work to keep them healthy.
Other Resources
CSI: Web
Adventures - Learn forensic science and apply your knowledge. The CSI Web Adventure will put
you in the shoes of a rookie crime scene invesitgator.
Discover
Engineering - So what is engineering? It's hard to get a good idea from just a few words. This
whole site is meant to help answer that question.
EEK! - Career Zone - (Wisconsin's Department of Natural Resources) - Do you think you
might want to have a job that involves helping take care of the environment? Check out these careers.
Engineer Girl! -
There are plenty of opportunities for women and girls in engineering. Space, medicine, environmental and
communications - all need engineers. At this cool site you can check out fun facts, learn about women in
engineering and what you need to know to become one.
Engineering K-12 Center - Have you ever wondered who created that spine-tingling ride
you love so much at the amusement park? Have you ever thought about why today’s cars are more fuel-efficient
and cause less pollution? Or who came up with instant messaging? The answer is engineers. If you want to
change the world through innovations like these, a career in engineering will help you do it.
Girls Go Tech - Careers You Can Count On - Math, science and technology are as
varied as they are exciting. Find out more about the careers associated with them.
The Fun Works - For Careers You Never Knew Existed - You may not know now exactly
what you want to do as an adult, but this site will help you start. Discover who you are, what you like to do, and
what you do best.
What Does a Geologist Do? - Geologists work to understand the history of our planet.
Check out this site to see how they do that.
You
Innovate 21 - It's Your Century - (Scholastic) - Get an understanding of what innovation is, get the
opportunity to become engaged in innovation and find amazing careers in science, technology, engineering
and math
Young Scientist Challenge - Do you have what it takes to be America’s Top Young
Scientist? Discovery Education/3M Young Scientist Challenge is the premier national science competition for
students in grades 5 through 8. The Young Scientist Challenge is designed to encourage the exploration of
science among America’s youth and to promote the importance of science communication.
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