Southeastern Section - 64th Annual Meeting (19–20 March 2015)

Paper No. 2
Presentation Time: 10:25 AM

OPPORTUNITIES FOR AN ENTRY-LEVEL GEOLOGIST WITH A MULTI-DISCIPLINARY GLOBAL CONSULTING FIRM


MCFARLAND, J. Todd, Amec Foster Wheeler, 3800 Ezell Road, Suite 100, Nashville, TN 37211, todd.mcfarland@amecfw.com

A multi-disciplinary global consulting firm can provide an entry-level geologist opportunities to work on a variety of projects in a variety of settings. The projects can be with a diverse group of clients including commercial, industrial, transportation, and government entities. Amec Foster Wheeler currently employs over 40,000 people in over 50 countries. Market sectors include the oil and gas, clean energy, environment and infrastructure, and mining. A geologist working for a large consulting firm has the opportunity to work on multi-disciplinary projects in diverse geographic locations. There are also numerous opportunities for professional growth and advancement.