Hydrologists
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Occupation Description
Hydrologists study the distribution, circulation, and physical makeup of underground and surface waters; and determine the form and intensity of precipitation, its rate of infiltration into the soil, movement through the soil, and its return to large bodies of water and the atmosphere.
Total Employees In 2010
6880
Job Openings By 2025
3600
Growth Rate
17.8%
Required Work Experience
None
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