Meteorologists work in weather forecasting, atmospheric research , teaching and other kinds of applied meteorology such as air pollution control.

Most of the industrial , social, agricultural and commercial activities of the economy are directly or indirectly affected by the weather and climate. Also the atmosphere influences and upholds all living organisms including human life, micro-organisms, animals , pests, insects, plant and marine culture at all time.Further , the various environmental hazards such as global warming, forest cover reduction, erosion has also lead to increase in the scope and placement opportunities for the meteorologists. Various meteorological institutes, research institutes and environment regulatory bodies offers various opportunities for the candidates in this specialized field. The organizations which recruit meteorologists are :-