Choosing a Career in Severe Weather Research: What are the Options?

Learn about various career paths available in the field of atmospheric science which studies severe weather including: tornadoes, hurricanes, flash floods, lightning, hail, wildfires and winter storms. The range of expertise needed to address the challenges in severe weather research provides opportunities for students in the physical and social sciences, engineering, and computer science. A panel of professionals working at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) National Severe Storms Laboratory and its University of Oklahoma partner, the Cooperative Institute for Mesoscale Meteorological Studies, in Norman, OK, will share their experiences and address your own personalized questions such as: -What do you enjoy about your work and does it meet your expectations? -What are the entry level requirements? -How will I fit in? -What hurdles and barriers did you encounter? -What internship, scholarship and career opportunities are available?