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Meteorologist apprenticeships - where to start

You can get into this job through

  • a university course
  • training with a professional body


    • University

    You'll usually need a degree in meteorology or a related subject like:

    • physics 
    • maths 
    • environmental studies 
    • geography 
    • computer science
    You might need a postgraduate qualification in meteorology or climatology if you want to do research. You'll usually need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English, maths and science and 2 or 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, including a science, for a degree. You'll need a degree in a relevant subject for postgraduate study.

    Volunteering

    You can get hands-on experience with the Met Office summer placement schemes. There are schemes for different groups, including graduates and A-Level students who are thinking about meteorology as a career. 

    Other Routes
    You can apply to the Met Office for a place as a trainee on their forecasting and observations course. You'll need a degree or equivalent qualification in science, maths or a related subject like geography. Other subjects may be accepted if you have the right qualities. You can do a short work placement to find out more about meteorology as a career, if you're aged between 14 and 17.

    Meteorologist apprenticeships - what it takes

    Skills and knowledge

    You'll need: 

    • maths knowledge 
    • knowledge of geography 
    • knowledge of physics 
    • analytical thinking skills 
    • excellent verbal communication skills
    • the ability to work well with others 
    • to be thorough and pay attention to detail 
    • excellent written communication skills
    • to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

    Meteorologist apprenticeships - what you'll do

    Day-to-day tasks

    As a forecaster you’ll: 

    • collect data from satellite images, radar, remote sensors and weather stations 
    • measure air pressure, wind, temperature and humidity
    • forecast the weather by analysing information and using computer programmes 
    • give weather information and reports to customers 

    As a researcher you’ll: 

    • study weather patterns and climate change 
    • improve computer forecasting models
    • use research to predict floods and droughts 
    • study how the weather affects the spread of pollution or disease

    Working environment

    You could work at a client's business or in an office.

    Career path and progression - Meteorologist apprenticeships

    With experience you could manage a team of weather forecasters. You could also move into teaching and train future forecasters and scientists.

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      Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
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