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Earth’s atmosphere.

exciting specialty, but only 17 percent of meteorologists work in television broadcasting. A large percentage (34 percent) of meteorologists are employed by the federal government, especially at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Weather Service, but also with NASA, the US Departments of Agriculture and Defense, and other agencies. Opportunities can also be found with state and local agencies. Meteorologists are increasingly finding good opportunities in the private sector. Why? Because they provide companies with critical weather-related information and advice that gives them a business advantage, and that allows them to serve their customers better. Top industries for meteorology professionals in the private sector include aviation, commodities trading,

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COOL CAREERS IN SCIENCE: METEOROLOGISTS