As a student in Natural Resources & Environmental Sciences, you’ll tackle real-world environmental issues starting your first semester.
We believe doing is a big part of learning. That’s why you get so many chances to have unforgettable, real-world experiences that reinforce your studies and further your career goals.
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Experiential Opportunities
Natural Resources & Environmental Sciences students expand their education and build career networks beyond the classroom through internships, student organizations, undergraduate research projects, and student employment. Short- and long-term study abroad opportunities are also available all over the world!
Experiential learning opportunities give you a competitive edge in your chosen field and can also fulfill the Field Experience requirement to graduate.
Student Organizations
Get involved in everything from weekly outdoor workshops to community outreach to sustainability advocacy.
Undergraduate Research
Gain experience working in outdoor or indoor labs, and with sustainability decision-makers. Explore your career by working closely with top-rated faculty members in a research project.
Study Abroad
Your major can literally take you places! Choose from dozens of formats, topics, and countries.
Internships & Student Employment
Get hands-on experience in your desired career field while networking with professionals.
Campus Sustainability
Get involved with sustainability projects on campus.
Prairie Research Institute
Network with or work for hundreds of Illinois scientists based right in Champaign-Urbana.