Entry Level Salary for Geologists

The average salary for an entry level Geologist is $43,401. An experienced Geologist makes about $93,288 per year.

Geologists study the materials, processes, and history of the Earth. They investigate how rocks were formed and what has happened to them since their formation. There are subgroups of geologists as well, such as stratigraphers, who study stratified rock, and mineralogists, who study the structure and composition of minerals. Find more career information.

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    Petroleum Supply SpecialistJob Overview: You will be instrumental in establishing and maintaining a dependable fuel supply. This role involves overseeing the reception, storage, and distribution of...

  • Multi-Store Supervisor - #700 - Sheetz - Groveport,OH

    Additional Job Info: Additional $1.50/hr. for working 10pm-6am Overview: Love meeting new people and shaking things up? Time to flex your hustle as a Multi-Store Supervisor! You'll be the secret sauce behind...

  • Oceanographer/Meteorologist - U.S. Navy - Columbus,OH

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