SKILLS DEVELOPED
- Knowledge of the earth’s physical environments and interrelationship
- Conduct field studies
- Gather and organize data, summarize results
- Utilize specialized field equipment, satellite imagery and other software
- Surveying and sampling
- Read/design maps/graphs
- Conduct research relating to climate, landforms, soils, vegetation, transportation systems, urban structure, resources, industry, geographical regions
- Analyze and synthesize information
- Report writing and record keeping
- Spatial analysis of socio-economic patters, problems and forces
- Project design and management
- Investigate and elucidate relevant spatial patterns of environmental variables and human activities
- Utilize statistical applications
SAMPLE JOB TITLES
- Aerial Photo Interpreter
- Cartographer
- Climatologist
- Construction
- Consulting Firms
- Demographer
- Ecologist
- Education
- Engineer
- Environmental Advisor
- Environmental Organizations
- Geologist
- Geomatics Specialist
- Geomorphologist
- G.I.S. Applications Specialist
- Government
- Hydrologist
- Industrial Developer
- Laboratory Technician
- Landscape Planner
- Land Surveyor
- Map Curator
- Medical Geographer
- Meteorologist
- Park Ranger
- Planning Agencies
- Political Analyst
- Public Utilities
- Real Estate Developer
- Remote Sensing
- Research Analyst
- Scientific/Research Groups
- Soil Conservationist
- Transportation Planner
- Urban Planner
- Water Resources Manager
Further Resources
Careerspace Resources
- Careerspace Website - Extensive career development and work search information including tools, links, strategies and assessments.
- Trent University Student Job Board - Look for on- and off-campus opportunities.
- Career Resources on myTrent - Access the following resources through myTrent>Support>Careerspace
- Career Cruising and TypeFocus - Free self-assessments that connect your interests and personality to your career.
- My World Abroad - Provides information, strategies, and tips for anyone considering going abroad for work, study or travel.
- Career Counselling and Résumé Critiques - Get feedback in a one-on-one appointment.
- Career and Work Search Workshops - Register through the Events Calendar
- Events and Fairs - Your opportunity to meet and network with employers and recruiters on campus.
Professional Associations & Societies
Professional associations and societies can be effective exploration resources as they provide information about careers, job boards, events and professional development opportunities. These groups can be used for networking, so become familiar with them!
- Canadian Association of Geographers (CAG)
- Canadian Society of Soil Science
- Geospatial Information Technology Association
- University Consortium for G.I.S.
- Association of American Geographers
- Canadian Cartographic Association
- The Royal Canadian Geographical Society
- Geological Association of Canada
- Canadian Institute of Planners
- Ontario Association for Geographic and Environmental Education
- Ontario Professional Planners Institute
- Canadian Urban Institute
- Ontario Ecology, Ethology, and Evolution Colloquium
- Ontario Professional Foresters Association
- The Society for Ecological Restoration
- Soil and Water Conservation Society
Opportunities - Internships, Careers, Government Programs
- Trent University Student Job Board
- ECO Canada Job Board
- CAG Student Zone
- Work Cabin Environmental Jobs
- Environmental Job Site
- AAG Careers in Geography
- Peterborough Utilities - Job Opportunities
- GreenUp
- Kawartha Conservation
- The Land Between: Cottage Country's Conservation Organization
- Professional Geoscientists Ontario Mentoring Program
- Ontario Internship Program
- Career Edge
- Services for Youth
- RCG Society Programs
- Ontario Environment Business Directory
- Charity Village
Get Experience
- Geography at Trent University - Courses, program faculty, resources, and more department information.
- GIS Scholarships - Available for graduate and senior undergraduate students pursuing a career in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Trent Community Research Centre - Students are matched with local organizations to assist with research, planning and other community development projects for course credit.
- Trent University Student Organizations - Get involved in groups that will contribute to learning new skills & gaining a variety of experience.
Co-op
Complete three paid work terms and graduate with a distinct career advantage. To learn more about co-op, visit the co-op website.
Get Connected
Develop Your Network-get advice about careers from alumni and other professionals
- Networking, Mentoring and Informational Interviewing - Careerspace has workshops and one-on-one appointments to help you develop your network.
- Mentoring/Networking Programs - Programs and events to help you navigate your career options.