What are the career prospects for Geologists?
Anand Rath Panjim Depending on your level of expertise and performance you could get a job in oil/mineral exploration, for which there is demand in various parts of the world. Those who study geology can become geologists/ geographers/ meteorologists/ oceanographers. There are numerous avenues for them both in the public and private sectors. The Union Public Service Commission conducts tests for placements in Central Government agencies like the Geological Survey of India and the Central Groundwater Board. Similarly, Coal India, Mineral Exploration Authority, Oil & Natural Gas Corporation, Hindustan Zinc and several other organisations engaged in mineral explorations utilise the services of geologists. The Defence and paramilitary forces too are good employers. Vatsala Narayanan Visakhapatnam The basis on which you will be judged is your academic background, qualifications and interests. If looking for your first job, ensure that your previous experience, even if it is part-time, is no
