If you find the prospect of working on a wide range of earth-related
issues, from resource management to environmental protection to the exciting
field of mineral and oil exploration then Geology is the wise career choice
for you. Career in Geology is an exciting and interesting option as there
is plethora of job opportunities in Geology all over India. People studying
geology can work as Geologists, Meteorologists, Geographers or Oceanographers.
The person having degree in Geology can pursue a career in Petrology (study
of rocks), Paleontology, Geophysics, Mining, Environmental Education,
Research and Field Study. Opportunities in Geology range from studying
and predicting man-made and natural disasters to exploring mineral resources.
As Geologists play a vital role in the exploration of valuable mineral
resources, 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 Ground water Board. Similarly, Coal India, Mineral
Exploration Authority, Oil & Natural Gas Corporation, Hindustan Zinc
and several other organisations engaged in mineral explorations utilize
the services of Geologists. Geology is also a popular choice in Civil
Services and Forest Service Examinations conducted by the UPSC. The Defence
and Para-military forces utilize the services of Geologists. One can also
join academics by pursuing a PhD or M.Phil in Geology and passing the
National Education Test (NET) Conducted by University Grants Commission.
Experienced Geologists, especially those with an advanced degree in geology
or business administration, can advance to top positions in industry,
government, and education sector. These positions may be in research or
administration.
Geological scientists, or geoscientists, can specialize in any number
of fields. Mineralogists, for example, study rocks, minerals, and precious
stones. They classify them according to their composition and structure.
Paleontologists work with biologists to determine what the world was like
in prehistoric times. They study fossils and layers of rock. Engineering
geologists help to determine where to construct dams, lay pipelines, and
build roads. Hydrogeologist study abundance, distribution, quality of
ground water. Environmental Geologist solve problems with pollution, waste
disposal and urban development, and hazards such as flooding and erosion.
Petroleum Geologist work include exploration and production of oil and
natural gas. Some geologists also study ecology to incorporate protection
of the environment in their work. Other geologists may work with geophysicists
to predict earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Petrologist determine origin
and genesis of rocks by analyzing mineral or grain relationship. Atmospheric
Physicist study effect of terrestrial, atmospheric, and space-based forces
on behavior of atmosphere. Planetary Geologist study moon and other planets
to understand evolution of solar system.
