What information does the USGS have about careers in science?
Find information and inspiring stories about USGS science careers at these websites:
- USGS Career Cards
- USGS Employment and Information Center
- Students and Youth at the USGS (YouTube playlist)
- A Snapshot of Women of the U.S. Geological Survey in STEM and related careers
- Virtual Job Shadow (videos)
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