Hi ECOLOGgers, thought you'd be interested in this, at Mongabay we interviewed young people trying to get a career in conservation started, and they report that it's tough out there: "Nika Levikov swore she would never work as a waitress again. But, today — with a master’s degree in conservation science from Imperial College London — she’s taking orders, delivering drinks, and cleaning tables to support herself..."
*A rich person’s profession? Young conservationists struggle to make it* - *Mongabay interviewed young conservationists about their experiences launching their careers.* - *Many of them related similar stories of having to reconsider their career choice as a result of the conservation sector’s tight job market, high educational and experience requirements, and often-temporary entry-level jobs.* - *To meet prospective employers’ demands for experience, many graduates become stuck in full-time unpaid internships or long-term volunteering.* - *As a result of these trends, the field of conservation may be hemorrhaging passionate, qualified, and innovative young people.* https://news.mongabay.com/2017/08/a-rich-persons-profession- young-conservationists-struggle-to-make-it/ Luckily some do make it, but it does make you wonder what the conservation movement needs to do in order to have a vital next generation. Erik -- Editor and Content Strategist Mongabay.com
