Meteorologist I

AccuWeather Careers • State College, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

AccuWeather is seeking a collaborative, curious meteorologist with strong forecasting and communication skills to join its Forecasting Team at the Global Headquarters in State College, Pennsylvania. The position is expected to begin in January or February 2027. The role prepares and communicates impact-driven forecasts for AccuWeather’s app, website, and business solutions, helping people and businesses make weather-informed decisions. The team’s mission is to save lives, protect property, and help people plan with confidence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Sciences, or equivalent education and experience.
• Eligibility for membership in the American Meteorological Society or National Weather Association.
• Proven forecasting skills across multiple regions or weather types.
• Ability to translate complex meteorological data into clear, accurate forecasts.
• Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and leadership abilities in a team-based environment.
• Availability to work evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specialized weather forecasts and products for media outlets, business clients, and digital platforms.
• Collaborate with colleagues to evaluate data, discuss differing analyses, and reach consensus on predicted weather outcomes.
• Communicate complex weather scenarios clearly through verbal briefings, written products, and digital forecasts.
• Monitor new weather data, determine whether forecast adjustments are needed, and communicate updates to customers.
• Contribute to special projects, including quality assurance, process improvement, customer support, or research and development.
• Stay current on emerging forecasting tools, models, and techniques, and learn to use AI and machine learning to improve forecasting efficiency and streamline product creation and dissemination.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level