Geology
Geology
Graduates of geology work in architectural, engineering and related services, mining,
quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, government agencies, colleges, universities
and professional schools. Most individuals split their time between field, laboratory
and office settings.
- Job Titles
- Architectural and Engineering Manager
- Civil Drafter
- Civil Engineer
- Curator
- Environmental Engineering Technician
- Geographic and Information Systems Technician
- Geological and Petroleum Technician
- Geological Sample Test Technician
- Geophysical Data Technician
- Geoscientist
- Hydrologist
- Mining and Geological Engineer
- Natural Science Major
- Postsecondary Teacher/Professor
- Water/Wastewater Engineer
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- Jobs and Internships
- American Geophysical Union
- American Geosciences Institute
- Association for Women Geoscientists
- Earth Works
- Geo and GIS Jobs
- Geological Survey
- Geology Jobs
- National Science Foundation
- Oklahoma Energy Resource Board
- The Geological Society of America
- U.S. Department of Energy
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- USA Jobs
- Skills
- Make precise observations
- Collect field samples
- Use instruments and technology in the laboratory
- Perform microscopic and chemical analyses
- Extract information about rock and water samples
- Make interpretations of quantitative data
- Predict the behavior of Earth systems
- Review findings and summarize results
- Test hypotheses to evaluate results
- Refine interpersonal skills
- Work independently and as a member of a team
- Develop methods of creative thinking
- Enhance problem solving skills
- Put ideas into action
- Carry out field work in various environments