Earth Sciences Careers:
geology, hydrology, earth sciences teaching, and oceanography 
What do earth scientists do?
Geologists
Geologists study the Earth's composition and the history of rock formation in addition to the evolution of life.
Hydrologists
Hydrologists study the circulation and physical properties of underground and surface waters, as well as various forms of precipitation.
Earth scientists
Earth scientists observe and measure Earth processes and features in order to understand the processes that shape the Earth and support life on it, to assess and alleviate environmental problems, and to identify and manage Earth resources.
Oceanographers
Oceanographers study the oceans and coastal areas, including the circulation of ocean water as well as its physical and chemical properties.
Job outlook and earnings
Click here to visit the National Bureau of Labor Statistics page on geologists, hydrologists, and oceanographers.
Some careers in earth sciences: geology and hydrology
- Environmental Consulting
- Water supply
- Environmental remediation
- Environmental monitoring
- Waste disposal
- Government/Laboratory Agencies
- U.S. Geological Survey
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratories
- U.S. Forest Service
- State and Municipal Agencies
- Petroleum and Natural Gas
- ExplorationV
- Reservoir development and management
- Education
- K-12 Education
- University
Some careers in earth sciences: oceanography
- Private Sector
- Exploration and development of ocean resources
- Government
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Office of Naval Research
- U.S. Department of Interior
- U.S. Coast Guard
- National Marine Fisheries Service
- State agencies
- Education
- K-12
- University
- Graduate School
UNH Department of Earth Sciences
Visit the earth sciences department's Web site for more information on the UNH program and links to a number of geological organizations.