About 37 percent of atmospheric scientists are employed by the Federal Government; most of these work in the National Weather Service.
Minimum Required Education
A bachelor’s degree in meteorology is the minimum educational requirement. Although positions in operational meteorology are available for those with only a bachelor’s degree, obtaining a second bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree potentially opens up opportunities for higher positions and, therefore, a greater salary. A master’s degree is necessary for some positions, and a Ph.D. degree is required for most basic research positions.
Additional Training
The American Meteorological Society (AMS) offers professional certification for consulting meteorologists, administered by a Board of Certified Consulting Meteorologists. Applicants must meet formal education requirements, pass an examination to demonstrate thorough meteorological knowledge, have a minimum of 5 years of experience or a combination of experience plus an advanced degree, and provide character references from fellow professionals. In addition, AMS also offers professional certification for broadcast meteorologists.Atmospheric scientists have favorable job prospects, but opportunities as weather broadcasters are rare and highly competitive.
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