Why is it great to work for the USGS? Embark on an exciting future! ... As the Nation's largest water, earth, and biological science and civilian mapping agency, the USGS collects, monitors, analyzes, and provides scientific understanding about natural resource conditions, issues, and problems.

Is the USGS a good place to work?

U.S.G.S. is a very good place to work - the scientists and technicians are mostly all pleasant, respectful, and helpful. The work is interesting, varied, and sometimes challenging or difficult to master.

Why is USGS important?

The USGS provides science about the natural hazards that threaten lives and livelihoods; the water, energy, minerals, and other natural resources we rely on; the health of our ecosystems and environment; and the impacts of climate and land-use change.