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All your dreams of what you thought it would be like working as an Environmental Engineering, seeing a utopia-like city, and changing the world are about to be ruined.
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I'm an Environmental Engineer currently working for the Air Force. I oversee their Hazardous Waste, Hazardous Materials, Integrated Solid Waste, and Qualified Recycling Programs. I have a Bachelors in Chemistry and a Masters in Environmental Engineering. My professional work experiences range from cancer R&D, teaching at a college level, and environmental compliance.
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I'm still gonna graduate with an Environmental Engineering degree. Because, you need to be the change, you want to see in this world. We can change the world together! And we will! Love your videos Randy! Keep up the good work👍🏻
Thank you!
Comments like these motivate me to continue what I do and to push through the deniers. Heck yeah
@sudarshan I'm also undergraduate ,can we be friends ??
Good luck! You’ll need it. See my comment above.
How are you doing now?
Is bio in 12th standard mandatory for this course.
Upon watching this video, for a moment it was depressing, fantasy and reality are vastly different. However, I came to quickly realize that what we set ourselves out to do isn't revolved around a specific major or skill- there is no such thing as a miracle or world-saving major. It all depends on how you utilize your skills creatively and to truly make a difference, you must know the opposition better than it knows itself whether it be social like a corporation or something naturally occurring. That way you are able to hold the cards and you are able to truly create a difference.
I still believe that the objectives I will set out to do once I start my college journey as an Environmental engineer can be accomplished through will, hope and never giving up
Perfect motivation for doing Environmental Engineering homework...
😅 I did warn you
Hey Randy, I'm a senior at high school planning to major in environmental engineering. Thank you for making all these great insight videos!
Thanks for watching! I'm glad I can help
hi ! im going to be a freshmen in high school and i want to be in a field of corporate sustainability and one of the things to learn is environmental science and engineering. i was wondering what classes are best for this type of job? thank you
Ap environmental, join environmental/ science clubs at your school. Take engineering classes, (also see if your school/district offers and college or dual enrollment level programs that pretain to any type of general engineering or even environmental fields).Take higher level math courses, take summer courses if you have to get ahead.
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Don't underestimate the power of Passion. The corporate world is merely a stepping stone. Learn the tools and leave. Be courageous, Be Novel, BELIEVE!
People also believe that they need a job title or status to do meaningful work. You don't need to work as an environmental engineer to change the world.
My dad is a civil engineer, so he made me very aware about what environmental engineeering is like in that regard - water management, brownfields, landfills and such.. approvals with cities
I’m pursuing environmental engineering for undergrad as a foundation for law school (environmental/patent law) or to become a professor (I’ve really enjoyed research and feel I can go for a PhD if a program that fits pops up)
Good video for younger students!!
I'm glad you know what to expect in the field and are actively pursuing it. Good luck in the program!
Many companies have departments wholly focused on research and development. But I think as a rule universities probably add most to technological development and are probably easier to get work - continuing after post grad as a fellow etc. Although as a recent Environmental Engineering Graduate, I briefly looked at post grad work on a project with a professor, the scholarship (if you qualify) is only $35000 per year whereas starting in industry is often $70000+, at least here in Australia. So the willingness to make direct contributions to green technology development working at a uni may come at a loss to the wallet. But I suppose the wage is survivable. Thanks for the content Randy!
Thanks for the insight, Benjamin. It's good to hear different perspectives from other countries
Hi, neat videos and good details on the subject. I work as a environmental engineer (contaminated site remediation) and can feel what you say. IMO, a lot of 'changing world' is done by the ones without a college degree even. And no matter what engineering stream you choose to specialize in, engineering teaches the 'how to' and technicalities for logically understanding complex concepts.
An algorithm is an algorithm no matter the kind of engineer.
So you say that moust of the engineering degrees are the same? If I learn one degree and don't like the field can I then change after I graduated?
@@leonkrellwitz7116 IMO yes… I worked as an environmental engineer. Then switched to geospatial/ environmental database. Now work as sustainability/ environmental data analyst. I get to use SQL and data viz tools to solve environmental issues :)
New Subscriber here!😃Great insight from your perspective and your own personal knowledge and experience within this field! I'm 31 almost 32 yrs of age and looking to pursue a degree in environmental studies also. Thank you so much for making this video and giving us a more realistic point of view on how things actually are!😃👍
Thanks for watching!
I appreciate this because it’s the truth.
Hi Randy, thanks for sharing your honest opinion. I'm a Civil Engineer and I'm in two minds whether going for Environmental Engineering for my master's or pursuing my higher education in other fields such as Geotechnical Engineering or even Water Engineering! to be honest, I'm really into Green Buildings. I really wanted to try Environmental Engineering, however, after I saw your video I felt that it's not right to go for an Environmental ENG degree unless you are a big fan of research and academic work.
Thanks for watching. I'm glad it helped you decide on what you want to do.
Thank you for making this video. It's kind of sad about what you said, but I'm glad you shared with us your observations
Thanks for watching. And yep it's something not really told or people just don't want to point out the negatives
Thanx for your vids
just a question: Is there any connection with forestry/land management...?
I'm not familiar with that field or haven't seen any major related to that at my university, so I don't know.
Hey Randy , I love your videos ,thank you for positing and helping us out to have a better vision of our carriers..I had a request ,if you could post a video about the best universities to study environmental engineering for undergraduate students (especially for international students) in the US ,that be great as I'm finding it very difficult to find the good university which offers this course. Thank you so much
Hey Simrah, I've replied to your Instagram
Thank you for the truth.
Thanks for watching
Hi Randy! Im a freshman in college and i recently decided that i wanted to become a humanitarian engineer (either environmental or civil). U were talking about doing paperwork but what exactly are u writing on most of the time?
It's mostly like weekly inspection reports (like 1 paragraph of what I found around the base). It's not complicated and no one really checks it. It's just good to have in case some auditor ever does. Another example is like processing materials. So if some project wants to use like a specific material, they submit it to me and I approve/disapprove it. If you can survive like a 5 page essay for English class, you can definitely do this.
Hey Randy! Thanks for creating this video. Ran into your channel a few days ago while researching about Environmental Engineering and it’s been really helpful. Just wondering if I can get some insight from you though...
I have a BA in Public Health but was looking into connecting that with environmental engineering. I do not have any background on any engineering whatsoever but I was hoping to find a career in this field. Any thoughts on how I can get started?
Thanks for watching!
I didn't have any experience in actual "engineering" either when I made the switch from chemistry to engineering. The good thing about my job title is that it can apply to Civil Engineering and branch off into other fields. My current job is like an being an inspector/auditor, and I can sort of see that as branching into Public Health (imagine being a health inspector at a restaurant). Your best bet would be like "environmental compliance specialist" or "environmental health and safety inspector"
Hi,Randy!I think the situation in China is the same as US.This major is quite terrible.If you only have a bachelor degree,you can only find a job with very little salary.I am really very disappointed.So i can only continue my learning career and get a master degree.I dont know if it means something and i really dont know where my future is.Perhaps continue to get a PhD degree or find a job(maybe still with little salary).In my opinion,work as an university teacher and teach students may be a very great choice.But,if a student from a major can only continue to teach the next generation students,what is the difference from Ponzi scheme ,hhh.BTW,i want to ask you,Randy.In the beginning of this year,you say this job may not the best,but you love it.And what makes you attitude convert so much?
The education system, in general, feels like a Ponzi scheme. If you worry about money, don't go deeper and deeper into student tuition thinking that a higher degree will pay off in the end. Just learn a new skill or jump fields into something you actually enjoy and learn how to monetize that.
Anyway, I can't say I particularly love this job either. I feel like I am getting used to what I'm doing and it is starting to get boring. I only like it because it pays well for my standard of living, it is not stressful, and I know I am making some impact on helping the environment. It's just not the type of impact that I want, such as inventing new innovative technologies.
@@RandyLy Thanks for your reply,man.When i was a college student,i almost know nothing about the environmental engineering,and i see classmates around me continue learning career,so i choose to get a master degree.But after i read some paper,i realize that the technologies in paper are very unrealistic,maybe they can become true in a very far future but not now...The job we do may not need a postgraduate or undergraduate,even a high school student can make it.I dont know if it is the same as US or other countries,it is very serious in China...A lot of people say that our major belong to 21 century,but i think it is only a joke...hhh.But no matter how terrible the major is,i still hope it will become hot in some day.I hope i can wait for the day...
I think China leading in solar energy production now? I could be wrong. Eventually we'll be forced to switch to sustainable technology because we'll run out of fossil fuels eventually. That and with climate change happening, cheaper renewable energy, and multiple deaths relating to dirty energy, we're going to make the switch hopefully within our life times.
Am environmental engineer with master degree but still is not easy to find a job cuz most of companies wants experience. So my advice to you while you are studying do volunteering and interenship as much as you can after graduation look for job even with little salary. Then you can do your master while doing master at same time. So you will graduate with degree and experience.
Hey, Randy. I’m so sorry… I suppose you had this big vision and then got disappointed. This society is SO SLOW in terms of change… I wish things were different! But you know - you could be the one creating your own project. This channel just proves that! You have an entrepreneurial spirit, and with that I’m sure that you can initiate some really cool things! My dream is to do projects on a small scale and show the community around me that it could be done in whole of society too. I might have to have a part time job at the side at first, but eventually I hope to be at the frontier if change and get different sectors to cooperate and get inspired! At the moment I want to buy some land and create an eco village with some cool features. I would also like to work as a consultant in the horse industry here in Sweden and speak to the organizations about an interesting green future in that field! With a creative entrepreneurial attitude I think we can find work that is fulfilling… and that people need to know how important we are for the future 💪🏻🍂
Thanks for your video man!
I want to chose enviromental engginering as my major next year, but i worry cant find a job after graduated (maybe its gonna took 4 years ). I have a question. Is enviromental engginering only work in office or sometimes go outside ? like working around rivers, lakes or forests maybe. Thanks!
My job doesn't go towards nature like those rivers and lakes. My "field work" is like going to a different facility. So I basically drive from one city to another and just look around their facility which are just other buildings. It's not too exciting but I do get to leave my office
@@RandyLy Thanks for your response man!
Hello! I am about to separate from the Navy within the next year and planned on using my GI bill to study environmental engineering / science. What I’m really trying to do is go to different facilities and work on projects that can assist in air quality, water purification/ sampling and really anything related. Is that the right field to go into then?
Hi Isabella,
Yes, this is the right field to go to if you’re interested in those projects.
Thank you for your service! And I’m glad you have a plan on using your GI bill to help the environment. Also, Env Eng might pay better if you want to get the most out of free tuition.
I’m going undergrad next year and honestly I feel like this reality is hitting me more and more each day 🙃🙃
Hello, I'm a young teen going into the 9th grade.
Are there other jobs in environmental engineering that are more hands on? What I'm wanting for my future is a job that I can at least try and contribute to the environment and make a good living. I've heard there are many jobs in this field that do more negative to the environment then positive.
Compliance is just one aspect. There are environmental engineers who work with designers under the Civil Engineering department and others work with environmental scientists under quality assurance/control.
@@RandyLy is it hard to get to choose who you want to work with? like how are you sure that you won't be assigned or pushed somewhere else
This is only one side of environmental engineering. You can also do stuff involving environmental remediation or water treatment plant design.
Agreed. I only do one aspect of many other responsibilities that environmental engineers do
I just got called outtt 😭😭 I’m so scared, i really have no idea what I’m doing with my major.. Thanks for sharing.. :/ (also love your plants, the true positive of this vid)
It's ok. Trust me, a lot of people don't know what they're doing in college
I have a question sir, can environmental engineers work om mining and meteorology connected fields?
I haven't seen any of my classmates do that so I cannot say for sure. Environmental engineers may be transferable to geology but again; I don't know.
@@RandyLy I'm an environmental engineering student and I badly wanted to work on legal mining companies hope u can find someone u know and make a content about this.
By the way thank u again for your videos and giving us your perspectives about envi engr
@@alzaidemarassamuddin388 i think you can. Some of my uni alumni work in mining or oil and gas sector as HSE officer. My lecturer work also work in engineering consultant that focus in mining waste management. So its like you can work in mining sector but not as mining engineer.
If you want to work in the mining industry, you'd better off go for ChemE, Chemistry, or any other relevant discipline. I got an offer from a mining company so it's definitely a plus but I also have background in Chem.
hi! aspiring environmental engineer here :)
i know you mention that your job can get boring since it is a lot of paperwork and writing reports, so would you say you have a decent amount of free time? if I get a job similar to yours, though not on an army base, would I have enough time to volunteer in community projects that help with the environment and engage in outside community work like that in order to also contribute to feeling like I’m making visible change and aiding the environment around me without feeling overwhelmed and stressed out?
thank you so much for your time, randy!
There are times when its really busy and other days where I literally finish my work in like the first two hours upon arriving in my office. That being said, I can’t leave my work to do personal things (at least not for too long or unless they don’t catch me). So long as you’re doing something positive that is work related, they will let you do it.
I didn't envision or see on Google any of those utopian cities at all
Which one would you suggest to the future env graduates then ,an industrial job or researcher in an prestigious organization?
It depends on what they prefer and enjoy.
Hey, I'm gonna start my masters in environmental engineering. I'm planning to take major research in international development and water treatment in combination. I would be glad if you can tell your opinion on how it'll be in the US. Btw, i will do masters in the US. Thanks for the amazing videos, keep doing videos regarding the field.
I focused on water treatment too during my Masters program. Classes were manageable but I don't use most of the concepts I learned in class at my job.
My job focuses in environmental compliance and not on research and development.
Bro what about doing environment engeenering from Germany? Is it great?
I don't know of environmental engineering in other countries besides the USA.
Yep. I'm a senior in college right now and about to graduate with environmental engineering. Realized this 1 year ago. Too deep lol
I miss being young and ambitious 😩
Hey do you think i should go for getting a masters in environmental engineering currently i'm getting a bachelor's and i'm not sure if I should aim to get a higher degree. BTW love the videos
I can’t answer that for you because there are many factors involved and a big price to pay for pursuing a Masters.
@@RandyLy thanks for responding and thanks for the videos they are really helping me out
Hi randy , i was just wondering if a bachelor of environmental engineering will help to join the renewable energy sector or there is a better pathway
Yes, it should. Mechanical Engineering or Environmental Engineering should be a good relatable major for that pathway.
Hello Brother Randy, what are your thoughts about the company, UBQ Materials?
I've never heard of it until now. I am all for innovation and recycling landfilled waste. This could lead to some other issues down the line because the raw materials depend on having waste, but I doubt that will be an issue in the short term.
@@RandyLy Didn't thought there could be issues. I need to study more, I see. I mentioned it since perhaps this might be one of the company where we could make those kinds vision come true.
Are there any jobs regarding Water purification technology after Environmental engineering
That’s very specific, so you’ll have to research that close to where you live.
Too late! I realized this too late. I wish this was required viewing before senior year of high school or so - for all industries even.
Currently I´m on my second year studying environmental engineering. Despite I like some courses related to nature like biology and edaphology, I'm not that good at physics and chemistry. Sometimes I think I should study biology instead. What should I do?
Hi Lucia,
Not being good at a certain subject at the moment doesn't mean we aren't capable of achieving the end goal. I've certainly failed a couple of prereqsuite classes, but I still graduated and the classes that I failed didn't matter in the end. If you think you'll enjoy biology or a different subject more, it's better to switch earlier since you're still only in your second year.
@@RandyLy thanks a lot
I work at a county transfer station as a CDL A driver… I want to get an environmental engineering degree to secure a top management spot that pays well and make a difference in my community. I know it’s going to be boring basically… but it’s a career that pays extremely well and waste management isn’t going anywhere.
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your aspirations with me. It's fantastic to hear that you have set your sights on pursuing an environmental engineering degree. I applaud your ambition and determination! While the journey towards an environmental engineering degree may come with its challenges, it's important to remember that the field offers immense opportunities for growth, impact, and personal fulfillment. Your work as a CDL A driver at the county transfer station provides you with firsthand experience and insights into the waste management sector, which can prove invaluable as you progress in your career. Combining this practical knowledge with an environmental engineering degree can position you for top management roles where you can effect positive change.
I'm getting a MA in environmental engineering
Would this thing be same India also 🤔
Maybe in some parts? I've heard many good and bad places in every country
I think most just want to fulfill their desire to make money!
I was thinking the same things, when I came to know that you do paperwork only not the real environmental thing.
Its less hands on, but its still part of the necessary process.
Innovation is pricey. Even Telsa S model lithium battery. Not enough lithium in the world to make every car EV and mining it is damaging environment yet innovation is at a halt and finding ways to run the car without lithium isn’t being considered. So even the wealthiest are stuck in a rut and not necessarily trying to be more and more innovative. Just maintaining and enjoying the money at current success although it is always a possibility to do things even better!
That said, paperwork and slapping companies on the wrist and being the environmental policy the “the Lorax” of the earth is a big job that shouldn’t be devalued. Too many companies risk people health by their poor practices and profit seeking agendas. Asthma, developmental delays in our children, cancers, autoimmune diseases, infertility….all these problems can be indirectly and even directly linked to environmental hazards. You are doing good even if it isn’t exciting!
Know what? I'll take being the lorax lol. Thanks for giving this piece of hope, i'm gonna start my environmental engineer major next year so i gotta start grounding myself to reality but still keep some hope alive, so thanks for the insight!
I was highly knowledgeable in Environmental Engineering and Environmental Protection, etc., graduated with honors at the top of my class with a 92% gpa, plus completed a second degree in Chemistry, read 100s of books in my field and was super dedicated and passionate about a meaningful career with purpose, etc. - in the end, after 7 years of weekly interviews and meetings with project managers and many corporations proactively arranged on my own initiative, I couldn’t support myself financially, so I left this field almost 20 years ago. Times may slowly be changing, but I wouldn’t waste your time getting a degree in Environmental Engineering today. It’s primarily a ticket to unemployment. It’s a very hard sell, even today, convincing people protecting the environment and making profit are not mutually exclusive. Good luck to everyone with a vision to save this earth.
Although I agree that the job market for environmental engineering isn't there yet, I still believe that it is worthwhile to think about the environmental and sustainability into future construction and civil engineering projects. Even if Environmental Engineering isn't the right major, the skills you learn relating to Civil Engineering and Sustainability is still practical.
@@RandyLy Hi Randy. Saying the market is not there yet is almost funny and sad at the same time. What are we waiting for? Do you remember the Kyoto Protocol? This happened likely long before you were even born. It had the right intentions, but was largely a huge failure. What else is new? The job market has always been there, but it is definitely an extremely niche market. Of course it is worthwhile to protect the environment and plan for sustainability BUT in ALL aspects of human activity - NOT just in construction and civil engineering projects. That is such a narrow view. Take modern agriculture as just one simple example. Monoculture farming has virtually destroyed and polluted agricultural land so much that why do you think nutrient density of food crops have been ‘coincidentially’ declining since modern agriculture began? Of course the environment is important - our very survival and the survival of future generations depend on it. But, reality is, we simply do not care enough. Humans are inherently too selfish. It will ultimately cause our demise. Unfortunately, a few Environmental Engineers can’t change the world.
Hey randy, can I do a post grad in Environmental Engineering with a Computer Engineering background. I wanna do Phd and be a researcher in Environmental Engineering field.
That might be a pretty drastic change in fields that the administrators of whichever university you applied for might question your decision. They typically want to see a more similar field when you go to an advanced degree, so you might get rejected.
@@RandyLy Thank you for such an honest and fast reply.
Sir I am study bs environmental engineering in Pakistan which short course help me in my environmental engineering field give me a suggestion
Some introductory courses include: Introduction to Environmental Engineering, Water Treatment, Air Pollution Control, Solid Waste Management, Climate Change, and Sustainable Energy
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You forgot to touch on how much fun it is to play in the sewers.
If everyone knew, they’d all want to join in on the fun.
lmaooo
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It’s the best job in the world
Don’t work for corporation I never have and I’ve done what you say cannot happen ;)
What do you work for then
We see you hated this major 🤣🤣😭
I don’t agree with the overall schooling system, but I don’t hate the major.
@@RandyLy I see😅
Thank God I'm going for a PhD in environmental engineering 😌
Good luck on your studies
Good luck on that