What can I do with a major in meteorology?

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Companies:
AccuWeather
Weather Routing, Inc.
Fleet Weather

Titles:
Operational Meteorologist
Marine Meteorological Technician
Synoptic Meteorologist

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Employers in US: 4,735

 

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Meteorology
Areas

Meteorologist
Forecaster
Instrumentation Specialist
Climatologist

Employers

National Weather Service 
National Hurricane Center 
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 
Weather consulting firms
Federal Aviation Administration 
Military service
Energy companies
Private sector consulting
Airlines 
Environmental Protection Agency
Aerospace Industry

Sample occupations
Broadcasting
Areas

Broadcast Meteorologist 

Employers

Local or regional television or radio stations

Sample occupations
Research
Areas

Researcher
Technical Writer

Employers

NASA 
National Hurricane Center 
Government agencies
Research and testing companies 
Scientific journals 
Satellite research centers

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Education
Areas

Earth Science Teacher
College Professor 

Employers

High schools
Colleges and universities 

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General information and strategies

  • Supplement coursework with classes in chemistry, physics, mathematics, and earth science for an in depth understanding of meteorology.
  • Intern with local or national news and weather stations to learn about the industry and gain experience.
  • Join radio, news broadcasting, and newspaper student organizations on campus to display skills in weather reporting.
  • Other industries within meteorology include forecasting, research, education, and environmental science.
    • Select a career focus and aim coursework to meet the career requirements for the field.
  • Seek out opportunities to work with professors on research projects and expand your network.
  • Stay up to date with news, publications, and research findings in the field.
  • Consider earning a graduate degree in atmospheric science, broadcasting, or research to expand career opportunities.
  • Research local certifications and requirements for entry into the industry.
  • Reach out to alumni to hold informational interviews and learn about opportunities in meteorology.