EASYUNI Ultimate University Guide 2013 Issue 6 | Page 29

CO U R S E S & C A REERS

Why this career
is for you
Are you a lover of nature? Do
you have an undying interest in
preserving or cleaning up your
environment? Then a career in
waste management might be
for you. A rewarding aspect of
this career is that the results of
your work are evident in the
short term. You certainly do not
have to wait for ages to see the
effect of a solid waste clean-up.

The working environment

Your route to a
career in waste
management
The entry requirements for courses
in this are listed below as a guide.
Remember to check the specific
requirements with the institution you
wish to apply to before submitting
your application.
If you are a high school student
considering a career as a waste
management specialist, you should
have strong marks or interests in
Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics
and English.

Like every other regular
job, workers usually work
9am to 5pm, Mondays
to Fridays. Weekend and
overtime work may often
be required, as recycling
facilities are open seven
days a week. This job
entails both office and
field work, while in some
cases a lot of travelling
is required, especially
when working with some
multinational companies.

In the