Description of the Occupation:
Geologists study the history of the Earth by how rocks formed and changed throughout time. They dig down and look at the different layers of rock. Education Requirements: High school diploma and a Bachelor's degree in Geology are required, but to lead research projects or for bigger pay jobs in the industry they need a Master's degree or even a Doctoral degree. Average Wage and Salary: The average annual pay is $71,640, which averages out to about $34.44 an hour. Licensing and Certification: They need a Bachelor's degree and they need to pass the Fundamentals of Geology exam to get their professional geoloist license. Employment outlook: The employment outlook for all Geologist jobs annualy in the U.S. is 6.5%. |