Is a Career in Animal Science for you?

If you have an interestin the livestock production industry, in the biological sciences that supportthe industry or if you simply love working with and caring for animals of any kind, you might be interested in pursuing a career in Animal Science. Chances are you have htought about what kind of career fits with your interests, but have you thought about thelevel and quality of education you will need to have an edge in tomorrow's job market? Here in the UNL Animal Science Department wehave a strong tradition of providing some of the best training available for students interested in all aspects of the animal industries and beyond!

Careers in Animal Industries

The seven options within the UNL Animal Science degree program are designed to help students prepare for a variety of exciting careers in animal industries. UNL Career Servicesw also provides career development resources for students.

 

Possible Career Paths:  
  
Biology:Meat Science:
Graduate or Professional StudiesGrading and Inspection
Industry ConsultantQuality Assurance Manager
Research AssociateResearch and Development
Zoo ManagerSales and Marketing
  
Business:Production & Management
Agricultural Sales and BankingAg Education
Commodity MerchandisingExtension Education
Customer Service ManagementFarm and Ranch Management
Public Relations and MarketingFeedlot Management
  
Companion Animal ScienceVeterinary Science:
Boarding and TrainingGraduate or Professional Studies
Humane EducationIndustry Consultant
Pet Food and Supply IndustriesResearch Scientist
Therapy and ServiceVeterinarian
  
Equine Science 
Horse Facilities/Farm Manager 
Equine Insurance 
Equine Sales and Marketing 
Riding Instructor

 

 

Additional Links

Animal Science Career Guide

CASNR Career Service

UNL Career Services