The truth about being a Geologist/Geology Major

[@vspence2]

Getting your license is so freaking important if you want to move up in a career. The license shows that you can be trusted to protect health and safety and that you can be held accountable by your professional opinion. That said, it’s not easy, and it isn’t supposed to be. Studying for and taking the ASBOG exams was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done, even harder than my research for my Master’s. I studied hours a day for most of a year and started studying 4 years before I took the Fundamentals (Florida hadn’t yet allowed new graduates to qualify to take it). My hard work paid off, however, with my scores of 87 for the first and 82 for the second (70 is a passing, and only around half to 60 percent the people who take these exams pass; I know one guy who got perfect scores, and I work at an agency that is full of geoscientists). Not to dissuade anyone from taking it. On the contrary. I think everyone in the geosciences (not in academia and not in one of the states that doesn’t require it to work) should seriously consider working towards getting it. It really does help your career (I was able to get a promotion and a sizable pay bump after I got it).

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey need your help regarding geology Please reply 🙏🙏

[@thomasv6617]

Thanks for this, I'm just starting college and theres not a lot of geology students, this cleared a lot of things up and really motivated me. I'm so excited to start

[@kailakaila]

👍🏻😁

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey Thomas Did you completed your college??? Need your help regarding geology Please reply 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@tshepomoloto7693]

awesome video, my love for Geology just got restored, i was quite discouraged with the Geology field, Thank you

[@kailakaila]

😁👍🏻

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey need help regarding geology Please reply 🙏🙏🙏

[@EarthScienceResources]

Thanks for making this video! Geoscience is often overlooked so videos like this go a long way to spread "geo-awareness"!

[@kailakaila]

👍🏻

[@hannahcartwright8190]

I am 15 and I really want to be a geologist but I am scared that either no one will take me seriously or it will be a lot more complicated

[@kailakaila]

Anna pretty much knew she wanted to be a geologist at age 14/15. It can be complicated, but most things are in life, truly lol If you love the subject matter, I think you will do good in it.

[@EarthScienceResources]

Is your concern that you won't have support from family/friends/peers to pursue this path? If so, you are probably right! Geoscience fields are not very well known or at least not widely publicized. When I told my family I wanted to work in the oil industry they thought I wanted to work at a gas station! Yes, you may have to explain yourself to folks that don't understand geology but I promise you that if it is something you truly enjoy then it will be worth it! I've started a geoscience career playlist (only 2 videos but more are coming) to document the different journeys of geoscientist - you ought to browse it if this is something you are genuinely interested in.

[@hannahcartwright8190]

@@EarthScienceResources Its more I want to study geological classifications and specialization! But I also know that being a woman in the STEM field is difficult and I fear that people will think I am in it only for pretty crystals

[@EarthScienceResources]

@@hannahcartwright8190 In 15 years from now you will wish you realized sooner that you actually have nothing to fear at all. You are a part of the solution to increase diversity in STEM! If it is in your heart...do it!

[@hajuice438]

I’m 17 and don’t know what job I wanna do but I like seeing cool rocks and volcanos but I’m dumb and I think geologist might be hard

[@kailakaila]

Well most things in life can be hard, follow your passion. If you are passionate about topics in geology, you’ll make it work

[@EarthScienceResources]

You don't have to be good at something to do it! Just go for it! If it interests you, if it excites you then you must do it. Worry about "figuring it out" later

[@hajuice438]

@@EarthScienceResources I’m scared man I’m so dumb and jobs require to know what you’re doing

[@EarthScienceResources]

​@@hajuice438 You have to be your own advocate. Don't worry about what you don't know and just concern yourself with learning about the things that interest you. Best of luck to you!

[@hajuice438]

@@EarthScienceResources thanks

[@user-xq1gd8xl8n]

I was a staff geologist for 8 years, documenting and working with drillers etc to assess the extent of soil and groundwater contamination in different areas of the country. Long hours snd physically demanding work, often with drilling crew but often alone taking groundwater samples from test wells alone, sometimes in dangerous remote areas , for good but not great pay. After years i was physically exhausted and changed careers

[@melouellette251]

I absolutely love and appreciate that you asked all the key questions I have as somebody looking into getting a geology masters! Thank you both!!!

[@SergioErika]

Thank you I just start my Petroleum data technology degree, and I cant wait to see where it takes me, you have great advice.

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey have you done your petroleum data technology degree ??? Need your help Please reply 🙏🙏🙏

[@lexington2968]

I was beginning to doubt this major. Thanks, Anna for the affirmation ⛏

[@kailakaila]

Thanks for watching!

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey Lexi I really need your help regarding geology Please reply 🙏🙏🙏

[@lexington2968]

@@whhaatttttt yes ma'am, what's up?

[@whhaatttttt]

@@lexington2968 Thanks for the answer Lexi. Have you done your Geology degree???? If yes, what kind of Geologist you're???? Did you get your job easily??? From which country you're?????? Please reply ASAP 🙏

[@lexington2968]

@@whhaatttttt well I'm just starting off. I'm muddlogging to pay off my school. Job prospects for me have been decent, and I live in the States. Oh and I currently have no focus but I plan on doing structural geology. :)

[@jfer721]

It’d be cool if you made a video about working abroad! Thanks for the vid

[@GeoscienceImaging]

Definitely want to encourage any young people considering geology as a career to go for it!

[@kailakaila]

👍🏻

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey need your help regarding geology Please reply 🙏🙏

[@hamedkhan3783]

finding job is difficult an every field of study we cann't confused this with job geologist can choose petroleum geology hydrogeology gemology geotechnical eng siesmology mineralogy geophysics and more after graduation in geology

[@kailakaila]

Lots of various paths in geology

[@whhaatttttt]

Hello Hamed I need your help regarding geology Please reply ASAP 🙏🙏😭🙏

[@hamedkhan3783]

@@whhaatttttt ?

[@whhaatttttt]

@@hamedkhan3783 Thanks for the reply Are you a Geologist??? I think so on the behalf of your previous comment. Please let me know. I have few questions to ask .

[@hamedkhan3783]

@@whhaatttttt yes I am

[@typhlosionisbest]

This is such an informative interview. It really helps, thank you!

[@kailakaila]

Thanks for the nice comment!

[@paigepansegrau5069]

This was so interesting and helpful! I have been searching for videos and articles and this is the only video that actually asked and answered the questions I have! Thanks!

[@kailakaila]

😁

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey please reply I really need to talk to you 🙏🙏

[@thaysaloreni4856]

Thanks Anna and Kaila! I'm geologist in Brazil and I totally agree with Annas about her thoughts on geology. Please, let me know if you can share her contact information, I believe we can share our experiences.

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey you're a Geologist, I need your help . Please reply 🙏🙏

[@luisillomx]

Thank you for this video. Is very helpful

[@user-zk5rr2uq5s]

THE QUALITY IS CRAZY GOOD THANK YOU.

[@kailakaila]

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[@samupad730]

I'm geology student doing my masters in geology this video helps me a lot thanks for making video 😊👍

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey Sam, have you done your masters???? Please reply I need your help 🙏🙏🙏

[@samupad730]

@@whhaatttttt yes

[@whhaatttttt]

@@samupad730 Thanks for the answer. Well what kind of Geologist you're???? Which country from you're???? Did you get job after your masters ????? Please reply ASAP.

[@VanessainSTEM]

Thank you for this great, informative interview video!!!

[@kailakaila]

👍🏻

[@internationalonyx6024]

You asked really great questions 👍👍

[@kailakaila]

Thanks ✨👍🏻

[@andreasalgado178]

I've been watching "what its like to be ____" videos to try to see where I want to study in, and this is the first video i have watched fully and held my interest throughout all of it!! thank you both this was such a great interview and really solidified my interest in geology (hehe pun??) this interview.....rocks hehehe

[@kailakaila]

Thanks for the awesome comment! :)

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey Andrea have you done your Geology degree, please reply I really need to talk to you 🙏🙏

[@tiaramora]

Federal, Oil & Gas, Water , Remediation & Resiliency Departments geographically

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey Tiaramora, are you a Geologist??? Please reply ASAP I really need your help 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 regarding geology

[@esteph0812]

Thank you for this video!

[@kailakaila]

😊

[@carolynkarns2068]

This helped so much, I loved this!

[@kailakaila]

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[@Mytesmyth]

“at this time we have decided to move forward with another candidate who meets more closely with our needs” who else can relate to this?

[@kailakaila]

I think we all can and all have gotten those emails. Just have to persevere and make ourselves the best candidate as possible.

[@Mytesmyth]

@@kailakaila its tough man! I just recently graduated with a bachelors in geology. These companies i am applying on indeed always want years of experience. They look at my application and I feel as if they take my resume as a joke.

[@kailakaila]

It’s super tough! Anna’s first job after graduating with a bachelor’s in geology was at a starting pay of $15 an hour at the time testing ground water samples. She went and got her masters and two companies later she is loving her job and feels like a valued member of a team and enjoying her duties.

[@Mytesmyth]

@@kailakaila OMG!!! I just got an interview on friday for a field technician. Thank you for your words of inspiration

[@kailakaila]

@@Mytesmyth Yay!!!! Good luck!!!! Hope it went well!

[@tiaramora]

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[@tiaramora]

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[@GeoEntire]

Kailaji..Very informative for all Geologist. #GeoEntire

[@kailakaila]

:D

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey Geoentire are you a Geologist???? If yes I need your help regarding geology Please reply ASAP 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@GeoEntire]

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[@whhaatttttt]

@@GeoEntire Thanks for reply 🙏 What kind of Geologist you're???? I'm thinking to study Geology as a career, would it be a good choice??? Please tell me.

[@josephagudelo726]

Hey I really enjoyed this video. You asked some really good questions. Not to mention how awesome it is hearing from a geologist living in NYC. ( I live in Brooklyn and was thinking that I may not be in the right city for a geology career, but im thinking twice=). I wanted to ask Anna, what is a good first step to getting into Geology in NYC. Is it going to straight to school for a degree? Maybe checking out some conferences first? (if so can you recommend some?) Visiting companies to get an idea of career paths? Geology meetups in NY? Just looking for good resources to further spark my interest and allow me to explore it more. I am 33 and looking to shift careers so any info would help thanks =)

[@kailakaila]

I'll let Anna know that questions have been asked, but if you want my opinion, I'd say to "get into" Geology - as in getting a job, you need to have a formal education. Its a field where a bachelors at the minimum is needed. But if you are asking on ways to find out if its right for you, conferences and meetups are a good start. Also doing research on the companies and job openings near you or in an distance that you would be willing to travel to.

[@annavaculik9336]

Hello fellow NYCer! Thanks for liking the video! I would love to help you out with getting into Geology. I would like to know a little bit about your background and your interests and see if we can make a plan!

[@josephagudelo726]

@@kailakaila Hey, I appreciate that, all good points. =) Thanks for passing on the question to Anna as wellI really appreciate your help.

[@josephagudelo726]

@@annavaculik9336 Hey Anna I just wanted to check back in to see if my last message went through to you ? =) Thanks

[@annavaculik9336]

@@josephagudelo726 No I didn't, sorry! How did you send it? I am also not the most youtube savvy person. lol. Message me on twitter (geology.af) or if there is a better platform you prefer to use?

[@biancazelaya4784]

I'm 24 going to be 25 and I'm still struggling to know which major I want. Ever since I was young I loved learning about geology, but now because of climate change I'm thinking about majoring in environmental science or wildlife biology because I want to advocate to help fight and protect our planet. I also struggle with math so I need advice from anyone that's been in the same position as me, what did you do to succeed in your journey of studying these majors?

[@kailakaila]

Lots of different avenues you can go. Geology being the stronger major over environmental science or wildlife biology. You could even go to law school and specialize in environmental policy law.

[@awanderer6990]

I’ve always been bad at math but I am only interested in a science career so I have to take extra math classes to strengthen my skills and meet with tutors. There’s no other way around it sorry.

[@aweisahmedsabria4862]

Sadia m I am marine science first year I want to change my major geology what would advice me and where I am contact you i need your help

[@amberlysilva9496]

@@aweisahmedsabria4862 yes please leave geology

[@amberlysilva9496]

@@sadiam8595 I agree ☹️

[@selvamg4244]

I'm also geology in india

[@kailakaila]

Cool

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey Salva have you done your graduation in Geology????? Did you get jobs easily in India????? Please reply ASAP, I really need your help 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Engineeringgeology]

Great video

[@kailakaila]

Thank you

[@Nature_Things]

Hi I am a geologist from india

[@whhaatttttt]

Hello What kind of Geologist you're????? Would it be a good choice for me now????? Please reply ASAP, I really need your help 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@anilkumar-kh4fl]

What are the working conditions of a planetary geologist? Plz reply..

[@whhaatttttt]

Hello Anil, are you a Geologist???? I need your help regarding geology Please reply ASAP 🙏🙏😭🙏

[@belkisgasmi8123]

Great💛

[@kailakaila]

👍🏻🥰

[@IAmHisBeloved5]

How much do you get paid while in the process of getting your license and shadowing?

[@kailakaila]

Depends on location, but expect around 45-50k in early career opportunities.

[@Grandcathedral]

I love geology

[@kailakaila]

🌎

[@m.damodar661]

Which job you should do mam, and how much salary for you in every month

[@victoropurum7476]

I'm a Geologist with 10 years experience. I'll like us to chat.

[@whhaatttttt]

Hello Victor what kind of Geologist you're???? Would it be a good choice for me to study Geology???? Please reply ASAP, I really need your help 🙏🙏🙏

[@tiaramora]

OSHA & an INTERNSHIP

[@awaysxaajiaxmad9288]

I am confused what should choose as major i like making money i want to study a major quickly get job what that major being is computer science geology or Economics what should I major I am good at math and making communication with people I am orientated person I am talkative person i like making friend work together some time I am out of people what should I do to become what I want become geology making me worth what about the history of east Africa in petroleum in near future

[@kailakaila]

Fastest path to money as far as those 3 majors are concerned is definitely computer science. Coding skills are where its at.

[@awaysxaajiaxmad9288]

@@kailakaila thanks you sister

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey did you solved your confusion??? Did you studied Geology or something else??? Please reply. I really need your help 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🤲😭😞💩😩🙄

[@mavovo812]

I'm a Geology student and I just watched this video with Anna in it. May I please get her contact details because I have a few questions for her.

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey, did you completed your graduation in Geology ??? Did you got the job??? Please reply I need your help 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@swathysundaresan2088]

I'm a bsc geology student from India. I want to know that is it difficult to get a job as geologist in aboard.

[@navy3982]

It will be more easier if you do msc in abroad.

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey Swathy Have you done you graduation in Geology???? Did you find jobs easily in India or abroad????? Please reply ASAP , I need your help 🙏🙏🙏

[@tiaramora]

Research Project Travel

[@jacksondwesley3943]

Hi i found a rare stone kindly point me to a right direction i cant send a pic of it to a flat on the other end sharp on the other end.

[@kailakaila]

Sounds like it is muscovite. Your local library or community college library likely has a collection of rocks they keep for students taking geology classes, I would take it there to compare.

[@kailakaila]

Also do a google search and if you are convinced it is worth something, reach out to a local museum or college to help you confirm

[@jacksondwesley3943]

Sure but its a rural area where there is no library or nor a geological lab or any other lab that i could send my rock for further research.its outside from the capital city. But anyway thanks so much for you help ill try google it. Thank you so much for your help Tah.

[@kailakaila]

Good luck with it!

[@jacksondwesley3943]

@@kailakaila thanks 👍

[@m.damodar661]

Hi mam iam geology student from India what is carrier opportunities and jobs for geology mam

[@whhaatttttt]

Hey did you completed your graduation in Geology???? Have you got the job easily in India???? Please reply I need your help 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Mama0322]

Can I ask what college she went to?

[@kailakaila]

She did one year at a NY community college, than finished her bachelors at an all girls private college in Massachusetts. Masters in from a college in NYC.

[@IAmHisBeloved5]

Kaila what was her Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Geology or was it called something else? I’m not seeing it at the school that my husband is looking at.

[@hamoohummo5407]

yo are you billie eilish

[@kailakaila]

Yep, I do these YT videos on the side 👍🏻😜