Geographer/ GIS Specialist
A geographer is a social scientist who studies countries, regions and cities through the lens of their economy, climate, and topography. With their research, geographers are able to solve problems in many different areas such as urban planning, business, and agriculture. Geographers can work for government agencies and do environmental planning. However, many teach and do research at colleges and universities. Most geographers specialize in a specific area of study. This can range from economic geographers to climatologists.
A Day in the Job
A day on the job for a geographer can involve a variety of things. Most days, a geographer will analyze physical and cultural geographic distributions on a local, regional, continental, or global scale. A geographer will also create and modify maps or diagrams, record geographic information, and maintain geographic information computer systems.
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Protecting the Natural World Investigating the Environment Shaping Policy
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Government agencies (federal, state, local)
Engineering Consulting Companies
Utility Companies
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