Agriculture, Food, Forestry, and Natural Resources

Interested in a career in Agriculture, Food, Forestry, and Natural Resources?

Explore the diverse career opportunities available in agriculture, life sciences, environmental stewardship, forestry, and natural resource management.. Learn how your major can lead to meaningful careers that strengthen communities and promote sustainability.

The Mississippi State University majors below provide a gateway to careers that align with your interests, build on your strengths, and prepare you for success across a variety of industries and professions.

MSU Majors in this Pathway

Student organizations provide opportunities to develop leadership skills, gain hands-on experience, build professional connections, and explore career interests while preparing for success in agriculture, life sciences, natural resources, and forestry careers. Explore a student org today!

Connections is Mississippi State University’s career management platform that helps students explore internships, jobs, career events, and Career Center resources. Through Connections, students can schedule appointments, search opportunities, register for events, and access tools to support their career development and professional success, log in today with your MSU NetID and Password!

The Bulldog Mentor Program connects students with experienced alumni and professionals who provide guidance, career insights, and networking opportunities. Whether you’re exploring career options, preparing for internships or full-time employment, or looking to expand your professional network, a mentor can help you build confidence and navigate your career journey.

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Alumni Connections

  • Pearl, MS
  • Natural Resources Specialist Mississippi Soil and Water Conservation Commission
Meet Robert Chaz
  • Kokomo, IN
  • Research Associate Corteva Agriscience
Meet Brett
  • Jackson, MS
Meet Sharli
  • Friars Point, MS
  • Board Of Directors Coahoma Electric Power Assn
Meet John
  • Madison, MS
  • Chief Executive Officer Verdesian Life Sciences
Meet Kenneth
  • Collierville, TN
  • SVP North American Operations Nutrien Ag Solutions
Meet Jeff
  • Weatherford, TX
  • Owner Cold Springs Farm
Meet beverly
  • Prattville, AL
  • Fiber Procurement Specialist International Paper
Meet Tenor
  • Okeechobee, FL
  • Pasture Manager Lykes Bros. Inc.
Meet Charles (Stan)
  • Indianola, MS
Meet Russell
  • Hernando, MS
  • Merchant Ecom Agroindustries
Meet Michael
  • Flora, MS
  • N/A n/a
Meet Curtis

Career Center Office

300 Montgomery Hall
Mississippi State Campus

Phone: 662.325.3344
Fax: 662.325.7975
Email: career@career.msstate.edu

Mailing Address

Post Office Box P
Mississippi State, MS 39762

Campus Mailstop 9533

Co-op Program Office

335 McCain Hall
Mississippi State Campus

Phone: 662.325.3823
Fax: 662.325.8733
Email: coop@career.msstate.edu

Mailing Address

Post Office Box 6046
Mississippi State, MS 39762

Campus Mailstop 9548

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Office Hours Drop-In Hours
Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

*Drop-in services are available only during the Fall and Spring semesters when classes are in session.