Conduct surveys and analyze data to locate natural resources such as oil, gas, minerals, and groundwater.

Study seismic waves to understand Earth structure, earthquakes, and seismic hazards.

Use geophysical methods to assess and monitor environmental impacts, groundwater contamination, and geological hazards.

Apply geophysical techniques to assess subsurface conditions for engineering projects such as construction, infrastructure development, and dam safety.

Focus on interpreting seismic data to locate and characterize potential oil and gas reservoirs.

Process, interpret, and model geophysical data using specialized software and techniques.

Assess and mitigate geological hazards such as landslides, volcanic eruptions, and coastal erosion.

Conduct fundamental research in geophysics, publish findings in scientific journals, and teach at universities.

Develop and maintain geophysical instruments and equipment used in field surveys and data collection.

Use satellite and aerial imagery, along with geophysical data, to study Earth.