Careers

The field of horticulture is diverse, offering graduates many options for a fulfilling career. Job fields include the landscape, golf course, athletic field, greenhouse and nursery industries; plant breeding; environmental conservation; urban and rural farming; and soil, insect and plant research.

Opportunities also exist within the public sector, such as botanical parks, land management, and local and city planning.

Job market outlook

Use the interactive tool on this page to discover employment trends, top occupations and salary details for professionals who have skills related to horticulture. Please be aware that completing a program related to the job market information shown here does not guarantee employment or a specific salary.

Additional career services

More career information can be found on the Department of Horticulture website.

And an added benefit is that you’ll have access to Oregon State's Career Development Center, which provides valuable resources to help you find lifelong career success and meaningful employment in a diverse world.