Engineer

If you enjoy math and sciences, being outdoors, working with heavy equipment, and being a part of making things happen, maybe engineering is for you. A BLM civil engineer works with other professionals of many disciplines to design projects that will fulfill their objectives. Some of these projects might include: water pipelines, spring developments, roads and trails, bridges, fences and cattleguards, well drilling and equipping, outhouses and recreation sites, small reservoirs, and erosion-control structures. An engineer works on all aspects of the project, including survey, layout, and design; contract preparation; construction inspection or supervision; and maintenance. To become an engineer, a degree in professional engineering is required. High school courses that will help you prepare for an engineering degree are: all math courses, from algebra to calculus; biology, physics, chemistry, and earth science; computer courses; and English/writing courses.