Careers
Geographers study the Earth and the distribution of its land, features, and inhabitants. They research the interactions between the physical aspects of a region and the human activities within it.
View the A.A. in Geography Degree Plan
Duties
Geographers typically do the following:
- Gather geographic data through field observations, maps, photographs, satellite imagery, and censuses
- Conduct research via surveys, interviews, and focus groups
- Create and modify maps or other visual representations of geographic data
- Analyze the geographic distribution of physical and cultural characteristics and occurrences
- Collect, analyze, and display geographic data with Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Write reports and present research findings
- Assist, advise, or lead others in using GIS and geographic data
- Link geographic data with economic, health, or other data
What Do Geographers Do?
A World of Possibilities Is Waiting for You with a Degree in Geography
Finding A Job
ACC offers comprehensive help with finding a job and finding the training you need for the job you want. They offer one-on-one job search assistance, free Job Search Training Classes, job fairs and events to meet employers.
Please visit the Career Services page to find out more.
Websites to Find Jobs
ACC’s Jobs Site via Handshake– featuring internship opportunities, part-time work, and full-time work. Create an account, customize your job profile and view various jobs curated by ACC’s Career Services.
Monster.com – upload a resume or use their resume builder. Has many job search, interview and other tips and resources; periodically emails them.
WorkInTexas.com – run by the Texas Workforce Commission; completely free for employers and job seekers. Has a detailed resume builder and job search area.
CareerBuilder.com – search for jobs and/or upload a resume
LinkedIn.com – “professional Facebook”, has a resume builder, many jobs, discussion/networking groups. Connect (“link”) to people you know, get recommendations and introductions to potential interviewers from people you both know. Free (recommended) and paid memberships available.
CareerOneStop – resource for career information, training and jobs, including information on writing cover letters, resumes and more.