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Careers in Weather

Considering meteorology as a career? Interested in learning more about what it is like to be a meteorologist?   Here are a few items that you may find useful. 

Career Career Guide for the Atmospheric Sciences:   From the American Meteorological Society.  Describes the different types of jobs available in weather, as well as some information on schooling and the job market. 

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Atmospheric Scientists:  U.S. Department of Labor statistics on salaries, job outlook and training. 

Women in Weather:  Designed by  female meteorologists to address and support women's issues in the workplace, such as shift work, family life and working conditions. 

Weather-Related Degree Programs:  List of colleges and universities which offer meteorology/atmospheric science programs. 

Student Career Employment Program:  Information on jobs for students within the federal government. 

Federal Job Openings:  Includes opportunities for students. 


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