Atmospheric Scientists

Significant Points

• 4 in 10 atmospheric scientists work for the Federal Government, the largest employer of these workers.
• A bachelor's degree in meteorology, or in a closely related field with courses in meteorology, is the minimum educational requirement; a master's degree is necessary for some positions, and a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) is required for most basic research positions.
• Job opportunities are expected to be better in private industry than in the Federal Government; opportunities in broadcasting, however, are rare and highly competitive.

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