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As part of my position, one of the things I do
is review and contribute to geologic field studies.
These studies are based on subsurface mapping
and incorporate data such as seismic and well logs.
These serve as geologic analogs that
are used in the offshore oil and gas lease sales.
My focus is on Karst terrains, which
are bedrock limestone terrains.
A typical day at work when I'm in the field
is planning out where I'm going to collect my geologic data,
planning out a geologic transect, getting in the Jeep,
driving out to my field area, and collecting the rocks
as best I can, the rocks and the data points.
Probably every day I'm in the field
I'm about 10 days in the office.
In the office, I spend a lot of time working on the computer,
making maps in ArcGIS, GIS software,
writing papers, writing reports, compiling data.
On good days, I actually get to work in the laboratory as well.
Working as a student, I learned to apply my science.
As a geologist, I gained experience and skill
in subsurface mapping and other core job skills.
As staff, I enjoy seeing the larger picture, not only
in a geologic sense, but also the role
that DOI plays with respect to our country's resources.
Not to limit yourself in what it is you want to do--
the more you can make contact outside
of your individual field and broaden your horizons,
I think the more satisfying your work will be,
and opportunities for advancement will come your way.
When you get the opportunity, such as teams
or different projects, share what
you've learned or discovered.
It makes such a difference, and everyone benefits.