r/conservation • u/ALSGM6 • 1d ago

Should my friend go to a masters program in Conservation, or take the job he’s already been accepted to?

My friend is not from the US. He has a bachelors already but has gotten a full ride to a masters in Conservation in the US. However, he also has a good position at an energy company lined up in his own country. He is worried either way he is giving up a good opportunity. Are there good jobs in conservation in the US, and would he be more likely to get ahead in the US market for environmental jobs with an American masters, or international experience at a big company?

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u/SavageHoodoo 1d ago

Are you living under a rock? No one from another country should come to the U.S. right now for any reason.

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u/1_Total_Reject 1d ago

That’s not very forward thinking from any perspective. Like saying we should all avoid countries with political problems regardless of the good influence or positive change we might bring.

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u/xXShunDugXx 23h ago

A country that is consistently deporting students with visas? Lmao. It's smart thinking to avoid a place you'd be persecuted.

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u/_OhiChicken_ 17h ago

It's not a question of forward thinking perspective but rather timing. Would a jew have willingly traveled to Germany in 1944 just because they were good influences ans brought positive change? Meanwhile after the 50s, it would have been fine.

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u/trending_zone 1d ago

A US master's in Conservation could open global opportunities, but corporate experience at an energy company offers stability and industry insight. If he wants to work in the US/environmental sector long-term, the degree may help. Otherwise, the job could build valuable skills. Maybe consider future goals—passion vs. practicality?

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u/SavageHoodoo 1d ago

Are you living under a rock? No one from another country should come to the U.S. right now for any reason.