Careers in Oceanography Oceanographic Technicians Marine Instrument Specialist Glider Pilot Electronics technician Welder Research Associates Laboratory Technicians Programmers Data Management Chrissy Wiederwohl (chrissyw@tamu.edu) Department of Oceanography Postdoctoral Research Associate Texas A&M University, College Station
Careers in Oceanography Skills: Understanding of the physics of the ocean Programming language (MATLAB, Fortran, etc) - Ability to work at sea for long periods of time Ability to work well with others Problem solving skills MacGyver ability Typically Require Bachelors in: oceanography/ marine science science engineering related fields EXPERIENCE!
Careers in Oceanography How 2YC Students can Excel in Oceanographic Careers Choose major wisely. Strong core science major Oceanography minor (TAMU) Experience, Experience, Experience Internships Undergraduate Research Senior Thesis, REU - Volunteer - Student worker for a research lab