Natural Resources
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Natural Resources
The Energy Career Cluster programs prepare students for careers in planning, managing, and providing technical support services related to generation, transmission, and distribution of various types of energy, (Florida Department of Education, 2022). There are three primary career pathways within the architecture cluster: Environmental Service Systems, Natural Resources Systems, Power, and Structural & Technical Systems (O*Net, 2023).
Career Options
- Environmental Engineering Technologist and Technician
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operator
- Water/Wastewater Engineer
- Clinical Research Coordinator
- Forest and Conservation Technician
- Forester
- Hydrologic Technician
- Agricultural Engineer
- Agricultural Equipment Operator
Skills Needed
Production
Active Listening
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking
Repairing
Reading Comprehension
Operations Monitoring
Quality Control Analysis
Critical Thinking
Writing
Speaking
Negotiation
Persuasion
Equipment Maintenance
Active Learning
Complex Problem Solving
Coordination
Troubleshooting
Judgement and Decision Making
Operation and Control
Learning Strategies
Monitoring
Time Management
Management of Personnel Resources
Systems Analysis
Systems Evaluation
Get Involved!
A professional organization/association is a group that seeks to further the interests of professionals within a particular field. Professional organizations typically provide professional development, networking, and leadership opportunities for their members. Getting involved can often be great for career growth and advancement. The professional organizations listed below are most appropriate for students interested in occupations related to Natural Resources.
- American Farm Bureau Federation
- National Association for Agricultural Educator
- American Society for Horticulture Science
- Agricultural and Applied Economics Association
- Institute of Food Technologists
- National Association of Environmental Professionals
- Forest Resources Association
- The Wildlife Society
- National Organization of Professional Hispanic Natural Resources Conservation Service Employees
- National Women in Agriculture Association
Additional Resources
These resources should be used alongside the job database within Gator CareerLink.
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