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Originally Posted by DonScott  I think the reason it's quite hard to get a job is because it's actually an enjoyable thing to do, not like training to become an accountant. |
pree-cisely... effectively you compete with people who would (& do) cheerfully do the job for free. Just as colleges don''t have to advertise ecology courses... they're popular!
As to "tick box" culture well, there was a boom period recently when environmental impact assessments came in under planning legislation (also for archaeologists) - but in my view these are going to be seriously impacted by the prevailing economic climate just as those who trained to do house sellers' packs are finding out. My advice is to go get a job where you get paid enough - or have enough spare time - to actively pursue it as a hobby. It may not be what you want to hear but there it is.
Moreover if you're truly interested in conservation you can be far more influential from the other side of the tracks. One grant application exercise will tell you that!
If you're that enthused you'll carry on doing it in your spare time and if Fate plays the straight man you may end up in the right place at the right time... but don't count on it.
If you're not, well, other pathways will open up for you. You're privileged to have done your course - it gives you an insight but little more, believe me. Ultimately degrees count for very little - far too many people have them these days. And you'll be shocked and surprised by how extremely knowledgeable many of the "unqualified" are. Take this site for example... stick around and see!
One who knows...