Careers in geoscience

There are a wide range of career opportunities in the geosciences that are open to both graduates and non-graduates, including:

• government and government-based science
• research, teaching and communication
• mining and quarrying
• engineering geology
• energy
• environmental geology and contaminated land
• hydrogeology
• natural hazards and risks

For more information, please visit the Geological Society of London's careers pathway website.

GSNI is passionate about supporting the next generation of geoscientists and offers work experience opportunities for all. We can provide talks for schools and universities on geoscience careers and we can participate in careers fairs upon request. Please contact GSNI (GSNI@economy-ni.gov.uk) for more information.