For more information, see the Social Scientists occupation. Geographers is in the Educational Services Career Cluster. Work Setting Geographers may work outdoors doing research or indoors at a desk or drafting table. They may spend hours writing reports of what theyve found. Those who work outside may be exposed to all types of weather.
Geographers sometimes travel to remote areas of the world.
Depending on where they go, geographers may live in a tent. They may need to learn another language. Geographers may need to be able to carry heavy equipment over long distances. Wages vary according to training and experience. Entry level wages may be lower.