How did industry professionals gain their first experience in geology? In part two of our jobs series, we sent Rhys into the field to interview three experienced geologists from the Canadian oil and natural gas industry.

If you missed part one of the jobs series, check it out here:
https://youtu.be/4m2VtMGMFIs

1:06 What is your background in geology?

Our industry experts share what they studied in college and how they ended up working in petroleum geology.

2:04 What was your first job in geology?

Getting your first job can seem intimidating. How did industry experts do it?

2:50 How to weigh the value of experience?

Building your resume early and working in the field can pay off for your career.

4:01 How can you explain your previous experience if it doesn't exactly involve geology?

Be prepared to present yourself as a problem solver, this will help employers want to hire you.

5:08 What is the value of networking and mentoring?

Your network can be your reference in geology. Find someone to hire you and provide coaching. Experience will help you build your CV.

6:08 What are employers really looking for?

Geology girls:
Rhys Paterson
Hanna Rzyszczak

Videography and editing:
Matthew Dupont

Special thanks to industrial geologists:
Ian Calquhoun
Burn Cheadle
Lee Fortner

With music from:
Operating My Business – Ben Somers (https://soundcloud.com/sspades)
Miscellaneous – Youtube Music Library

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