Joint 69th Annual Southeastern / 55th Annual Northeastern Section Meeting - 2020

Paper No. 31-7
Presentation Time: 10:20 AM

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


MCFARLAND, J. Todd, Wood, 3800 Ezell Road, Suite 100, Nashville, TN 37211

A multi-disciplinary global consulting firm can provide entry-level geologists the opportunity 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. Wood currently employs over 60,000 people in over 50 countries. Market sectors include 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 various geographic locations. There are also numerous opportunities for professional growth and advancement.