Geology majors possess skills applicable to numerous work settings. While education beyond the bachelor's degree is required for many positions as geologists, majors may be found in such diverse settings as research, education, government, and industry.
The following list presents a sampling of such positions that geology majors sometimes accept. Some of the listed occupations, such as cartographer, may require additional skills, knowledge, or training. Advanced graduate study is generally expected for those positions marked with a * on the list.Business
| Education and Government
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Research and Technical
| Communications
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The study of geology includes the development of skills in a variety of areas. Technical and communication skills, knowledge of mathematics, and laboratory procedures are all examples of fields which may be included in a geology major. The skills listed below are representative of those developed by geology majors which are transferable to various occupational fields.
Communication
| Investigation
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Computational and Mathematical
| Technical
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...about careers, graduate and professional schools, internships, professional associations, or job descriptions contact:
University Career Center
110 Burge Union
(785) 864-3624 For information about majors and concentrations in geology:
Geology Department
120 Lindley Hall
(785) 864-4974
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