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

Paper No. 31-4
Presentation Time: 9:05 AM

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES AND GROWTH AS YOUNG PROFESSIONAL GEOSCIENTIST


BARNES, Brandy, Draper Aden Associates, 114 Edinburgh South Drive, Cary, NC 27511

Upcoming young professionals can face a variety of obstacles when entering the workforce post-graduation. During career preparation, entry-level professionals can benefit from understanding geoscience industries, young professional opportunities, and the values and expectations of an employer. Geoscientist entering the workforce have resources readily available to assist in transitioning into a career and excelling as a professional. It is imperative that young geoscientists engage themselves in professional topics surrounding the geosciences and the impacts these topics have on industry, professionalism, and the geological community. Becoming an advocate for the profession reflects mentorship throughout a young professional career and strength within the geoscience community.