STEM Career Closeup: Water Quality Specialist

The video features a member of the Formika Fisheries Environmental Division discussing their role and responsibilities. They emphasize the privilege and responsibility of their work, their connection to the Macae tribe, and their efforts in environmental monitoring, particularly for harmful algal blooms. The speaker collaborates with universities and shares experiences from research cruises. They offer career advice, encouraging students to decide on their career paths early and highlighting the benefits of fieldwork in ecology, which offers diverse experiences outside of an office setting.

What advice does the speaker give regarding pursuing ecology-based jobs?

How does the speaker describe the nature of their job compared to an office job?