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Umd

Meteorological Developer

College Park, MD

$80K - $120K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, Computer Science, Information Sciences, or ... This can include academic research, internships, goal-defined projects, or other project-based ...

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Meteorologist Internship

Garden City, KS · On-site +1

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is a leading full-service environmental engineering and ... Our Digital Environment Group has over 20 years of experience providing meteorological and ...

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WISN Spring Intern

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Write press releases, advisories, articles, etc. * Assist in promoting WISN programming by drafting ... All candidates for weather internships with WISN must be enrolled in a meteorology curriculum or ...

Hearst Television

WISN Spring Intern

Milwaukee, WI

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Write press releases, advisories, articles, etc. * Assist in promoting WISN programming by drafting ... All candidates for weather internships with WISN must be enrolled in a meteorology curriculum or ...

Hearst

WISN Spring Intern

Milwaukee, WI

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Write press releases, advisories, articles, etc. * Assist in promoting WISN programming by drafting ... All candidates for weather internships with WISN must be enrolled in a meteorology curriculum or ...

Hearst Newspapers

WISN Spring Intern

Milwaukee, WI

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Write press releases, advisories, articles, etc. * Assist in promoting WISN programming by drafting ... All candidates for weather internships with WISN must be enrolled in a meteorology curriculum or ...

Hearst Newspapers

WISN Spring Intern

Milwaukee, WI

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Write press releases, advisories, articles, etc. * Assist in promoting WISN programming by drafting ... All candidates for weather internships with WISN must be enrolled in a meteorology curriculum or ...

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How much do internship meteorology engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship meteorology engineer in the United States is $19.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Internship Meteorology Engineer do?

An Internship Meteorology Engineer assists professional meteorologists and engineers in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting weather data. They often work with weather instruments, computer models, and data visualization tools to support research or forecasting projects. Interns may also help write reports, maintain equipment, and contribute to fieldwork or laboratory tasks. This hands-on experience provides valuable insights into both meteorology and engineering aspects of weather science.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Internship Meteorology Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship Meteorology Engineer, you need a solid background in atmospheric science, mathematics, and data analysis, often supported by coursework in meteorology or a related engineering field. Familiarity with weather modeling software, programming languages (such as Python or MATLAB), and meteorological data collection systems is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help interns interpret data and collaborate with teams. These competencies are essential for producing accurate forecasts and contributing to research or operational projects in meteorology.

What types of projects or tasks can an Internship Meteorology Engineer expect to work on during their placement?

As an Internship Meteorology Engineer, you can expect to be involved in a variety of hands-on projects such as assisting with weather data collection, analyzing atmospheric data using specialized software, and supporting weather model development and validation. You may also help maintain meteorological instruments, contribute to research reports, and collaborate with senior engineers and meteorologists on forecasting projects. This role typically offers exposure to both fieldwork and office-based data analysis, providing a well-rounded introduction to the profession and opportunities to build technical and teamwork skills.
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Meteorological Developer

Umd

College Park, MD

$80K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Job Description SummaryOrganization's Summary Statement:
The Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences (AOSC) at the University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP) is seeking applications for a Meteorological Developer. This position is a 12-month appointment, renewable upon continued funding, that will create data visualization applications and programs that synthesize impactful weather information, analytics, and insight to support regional government and industry decisions. The applicant will work with the Mesonet Director and team members to engage stakeholders, funding partners, and the scientific community. This position will be located in College Park, Maryland.
Position Duties:
Manage the development and operations for the Maryland Mesonet production suite, including website and databases.
Develop, test, and implement data processing code to ingest, store, and disseminate mesonet data to data partners and web applications.
Build intuitive webpages, platforms, and dashboards to visualize and present complex meteorological data effectively.
Work closely with Maryland Mesonet team members to develop software to ensure the quality of mesonet data via automated and manual QA/QC processes.
Administer and maintain SQL-based database solutions to store and redundantly archive mesonet data.
Identify and troubleshoot software bugs and performance bottlenecks.
Work with the University of Maryland-College Park IT team to ensure security of Maryland Mesonet web resources.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, Computer Science, Information Sciences, or related physical or computational scientific field of study.
Minimum 2 (two) years of demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: software development, front-end development, or data visualization. This can include academic research, internships, goal-defined projects, or other project-based learning.
Program development experience for use in operational Linux server environments. Including shell/bash scripting, SQL, and a scientific programming language such as Python.
Web development experience using JavaScript (e.g. React, jQuery, etc.), HTML5, CSS, and PHP.
Familiarity with collaborative development environments (eg. version control, bug tracking, documentation, testing/validation, life cycles).
Ability to analyze and solve problems independently and with peers in the community.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work based on external needs.
Preferences:
Experience with Linux systems in an uptime-predicated production environment.
Database administration experience in SQL-based database systems (e.g., PostgreSQL, MariaDB, MS SQL Server).
Knowledge of standard weather data formats. (e.g., GRIB, NETCDF, HDF, etc.)
Experience in working with academia, government agencies, and/or other Mesonet programs in handling large datasets for research.
Physical Demands:
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and carry small/medium parcels, packages, computer hardware, and other items, as well as walk short distances.Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials: CV/Resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 references

Best Consideration Date: 05/08/2026

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Financial Disclosure RequiredNo

For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

DepartmentCMNS-Atmospheric & Oceanic ScienceWorker Sub-Type Faculty RegularSalary Range$80,000 - $120,000
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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regardingdisclosablebackground checkinformation. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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