Graduates of the Environmental Health, Climate, and Sustainability (EHCS) MPH program are prepared for careers at the intersection of public health, environmental protection, occupational health and safety, climate resilience, sustainability, and environmental justice. Our alumni work in federal, state, and local government agencies, healthcare systems, nonprofit organizations, research institutions, consulting firms, and private industry.
Career Opportunities
Graduates pursue positions such as:
- Environmental Health Specialist
- Environmental Scientist
- Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
- Environmental Compliance Manager
- Sustainability Coordinator or Director
- Climate and Health Program Manager
- Environmental Epidemiologist
- Environmental Consultant
- Risk Assessment Specialist
- Air Quality Specialist
- Water Quality Scientist
- Environmental Justice Analyst
- Emergency Preparedness and Resilience Coordinator
- Public Health Program Manager
Potential Employers
EHCS graduates are competitive for positions with organizations including:
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) https://www.epa.gov/careers
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), including environmental health and climate-related programs https://jobs.cdc.gov
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) https://www.osha.gov
- State and Local Health Departments
- Federal and State environmental regulatory agencies
- Energy, petrochemical, manufacturing, and transportation industries
- Healthcare systems and hospitals
- Environmental and engineering consulting firms
- Nonprofit organizations focused on sustainability, climate resilience, and environmental justice
- Universities and research institutions
Salary Outlook
The employment outlook for environmental health and occupational safety professionals remains strong nationwide.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS):
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists earn a median annual salary of $82,220, with the top 10% earning more than $140,000 annually. Employment is projected to grow 6% from 2025-2035, faster than the average for all occupations. [bls.gov], [jobbls.com]
- Occupational Health and Safety Specialists earn a median annual salary of approximately $90,150, with top earners exceeding $134,000 annually. Employment is projected to grow 19% from 2025-2035, much faster than average. [bls.gov], [wagedex.com]
Salary levels vary by geographic location, educational background, professional certifications, years of experience, and sector of employment.
Growing Areas of Demand
The need for professionals trained in environmental health, climate adaptation, sustainability, and occupational health continues to increase.
The need for professionals trained in environmental health, climate adaptation, sustainability, and occupational health continues to increase. Environmental Health, Climate, and Sustainability MPH graduates are uniquely positioned to address some of the most pressing public health challenges of the 21st century, including climate change, environmental exposures, workplace safety, sustainable development, and community resilience.
Environmental Health, Climate, and Sustainability MPH graduates are uniquely positioned to address some of the most pressing public health challenges of the 21st century, including climate change, environmental exposures, workplace safety, sustainable development, and community resilience.