Careers in Park, Recreation & Tourism Resources
Department of Community, Agriculture, Recreation and Resource Studies
131 Natural Resources Building, East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 353-5190 http://www.msu.edu/user/prtr
131 Natural Resources Building, East Lansing, MI 48824
(517) 353-5190 http://www.msu.edu/user/prtr
Students in this major are prepared for professional positions in park, recreation, tourism and leisure services. Persons who hold such positions plan, administer and manage programs, areas, facilities and natural resources that are designed to meet people's leisure needs and ultimately enhance one's quality of life.
Selected companies that hire after graduation:
- Hilton and Marriott Resorts
- Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau
- Michigan Department of Natural Resources
- U.S. Forest Service
- National Park Service
- YMCA
- U.S. Navy Recreation Service
- Wayne County Parks
- Oakland County Parks
- Boyne Highlands Resort
- Boys and Girls Clubs of America
Sample job titles:
- Natural Resources
- Park Ranger
- Interpreter/Naturalist
- Park Law Enforcement
- Environmental Educator
- Park Resource Manager
- Marina Manager
- Commercial
- Recreation Specialist
- Marketing Specialist
- Tourism Consultant
- Special Events Coordinator
- Resort Manager
- Travel Planner
- Human Services
- Youth Agency Director
- Parks Director
- Camp Manager
- Recreation Manager
- Park Resource Manager
- Recreation Specialist
- Corrections Recreation
| Average Starting Salary: | $27,000 |
| Salary Range: | $25,000-$35,000 |