Career path
Atmospheric & Space Scientist
Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology.
What this work leans on
PRISM reads 29 signals about how a person thinks, decides and works. These are the ones this path draws on most.
- Investigative InterestsCentral
Your interest in analyzing, researching, and understanding how things work.
- OpennessCentral
How drawn you are to new ideas, aesthetic experiences, and unconventional approaches.
- AchievementImportant
How much you value visible accomplishment and using your abilities to their fullest.
- IndependenceImportant
How much you value autonomy, self-direction, and freedom from close supervision.
- Working ConditionsModerate
How much you value variety, security, and the material conditions of work (compensation, environment).
- Artistic InterestsModerate
Your interest in creative expression, design, and aesthetic work.
All 6 signals above are measured directly in the assessment. See the full method
The basics
- Field
- Education & research
- Job titles you'll see
- Atmospheric and Space Scientists
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