Professional & Applied Experience Requirements
Outdoor Leadership minors are required to complete a professional or applied experience that is related to your degree program. This can include a broad range of opportunities including work, volunteer service, or research. We encourage you to engage in as many applied experiences as possible, as they enhance your employability and can help you decide on a career path.
The professional and applied experience requirement is an opportunity to connect your academic training and future goals. You should seek an experience that provides one of the following outcomes:
- direct exposure to complex environmental systems or scientific practices
- practical experience in environmental and natural resource policy, management or decision processes
- meaningful interaction with professionals in your field of study
- hands-on experience that directs your career path
Schedule a meeting with a career coordinator to discuss opportunities and requirements.
Career opportunities exist in private companies like outfitting and guiding, outdoor adventure, and nature-tourism based organizations, non-profits that specialize in environmental education, wilderness therapy, and outdoor-based experiences, and government agencies that manage recreation and open space planning.
Toggle through the “Explore Career Paths” item in the navigation menu to find curated job lists and internship opportunities.
