career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians and Political Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Political Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3025 | 19-3094 |
| title | Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians | Political Scientists |
| onet code | 17-3025.00 | 19-3094.00 |
| description | Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. May assist in the development of environmental remediation devices. | Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decisionmaking, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 12,500 | 5,950 |
| a mean | 63,070 | 137,600 |
| a median | 58,890 | 139,380 |
| a pct10 | 39,670 | 74,750 |
| a pct25 | 48,250 | 103,030 |
| a pct75 | 75,290 | 172,050 |
| a pct90 | 92,280 | 191,880 |
| h mean | 30 | 66 |
| h median | 28 | 67 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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