Engineering, Industry, and Manufacturing Technology

Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the Earth. May use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the Earth's internal composition, atmospheres, and oceans, and its magnetic, electrical, and gravitational forces. Includes mineralogists, paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists.

Occupation Details

County Information

Wage

$36/hour Average
$72,260/year Median

Wage Range

$43,450/year Entry
$89,950/year Experienced

Growth Opportunity

23 Annual Openings
5% change total jobs from 2020-2030

Education Typically Needed

Bachelor's degree

Work Experience Typically Needed

None

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