Environmental education is one of the most sought after positions in the environmental field despite low pay and limited career paths. It teaches people how to think critically and creatively to solve environmental problems. There are over 300,000 environmental education positions nationwide with 5% annual growth. Salaries range from $18,000 to $75,000 depending on experience. Career opportunities exist in federal, state, and local government as well as the private and nonprofit sectors. A typical requirement is an interdisciplinary master's degree with both technical and teaching skills.

1. Environmental Educator

13. Environmental change starts with educating the public.