Careers

 Where can a degree in Geosciences take you?

Geosciences graduates find satisfying professional careers in the U.S. and abroad in energy and mineral industries, academia, environmental and engineering consulting firms, government planning, regulatory and research agencies, and non-profit organizations.  Our undergraduate alumni also frequently further advance their education in graduate programs at CSU and at other institutions around the world.

Wondering where a degree in Geosciences can take you?   Read about some of our recent graduates, their experiences in the Warner College of Natural Resources, and the exciting careers that they found after graduation in our alumni profiles.  Publications and publication activities of the department, including our informative GEOScape newsletters, can be viewed on our publications page.

Check out the WCNR Career Checklist to make sure you’re on track with your career plans!

Want more information about careers in the geosciences?

Career Compass – American Geosciences Institute

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