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What Can I Do with a Major in…

Geology

A bachelor’s degree in geology prepares a graduate for a career studying the Earth, including its history and influencing factors. Geology majors will use a wide variety of knowledge from various fields in investigating and studying the Earth and apply that knowledge to their specific industries’ needs. The following occupations represent some career opportunities available to geology majors. Some will require additional education. For more information visit the Career Center in Lucina 220.

Agricultural Engineer
Architect
Astronomer
Cartographer
Computer Analyst
Earth Science Teacher
Ecologist
Economic Geologist
Environmental Consultant
Environmental Engineer 
Environmental Lawyer
Forest Ranger
Geochemist
Geologist
Geophysicist
Hydrologist
Landscape/Nursery Manager
Mathematician
Medical Doctor
Meteorologist
Mineralogist
Mining Engineer
Oceanographer
Paleontologist 
Park Ranger
Petroleum Engineer
Sales Engineer
Scientific Photographer 
Seismologist
Soil Scientist
Structural Geologist
Surveyor
Technical Sales Rep
Technical Writer
Urban/Regional Planner
Water Quality Control Technician

Resources available in the Career Center, Lucina 220:

Careers for Scientific Types & Others With Inquiring Minds (OCC PT 62)
Careers in Focus: Environment (OCC GREEN 10)
Careers in the Environment (OCC GREEN 12)
College Majors Handbook (MAJ 6)
Encyclopedia of Careers and Vocational Guidance (JS JO 12-16)
Great Jobs for Geology Majors (OCC 94)
Occupational Outlook Handbook (JS JO 20)

Websites:

BSU Dept. of Geology: http://www.bsu.edu/geology/ 
Great Links to Explore (BSU Career Center)
America ’s Career InfoNet: http://www.acinet.org/
Employment Outlook: http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0854971.html
IndianaINTERNnet: http://www.indianaintern.net/home.asp
Internships.com
InternshipsUSA.com
Vault Career Insider
O*NET: http://online.onetcenter.org
Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco/
Salary Wizard: http://www.salary.com
Volunteer Match: http://www.volunteermatch.org

 

 

 

 

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