What are some certifications and preparations a physical science major can do to demonstrate entry level?
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I recommend a solid foundation in chemistry and physics.
When I was in college many people who wanted to be environmental scientists tended to avoid the more rigorous classes in chemistry and physics. This hampered them later in their careers.
At the very least you need one year of upper division Organic Chemistry for chemistry majors, not the class for non majors. You also need one year of Physical Chemistry.
This is the bare minimum that you need if you plan to do any serious work involving atmospheric chemistry.
If your state has an exam for Environmental Scientist or some similar position, you could take that. I've got degrees in Physics and was looking for an environmental job in California, and I took and passed the state exam to be an Environmental Scientist.
Other than maybe doing an internship, that's all I can think of. If you get an interview, just make sure you have a good explanation for why you want an environmental job when your degree is in physical science. If you've taken any environmental classes, make sure to emphasize those too. Good luck.
Definitely take a lot of chemistry, physics, and biology courses, and then get state certified.
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