Meteorologist I

AccuWeather • State College, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

AccuWeather is seeking a Meteorologist I to join its Forecasting Team at the Global Headquarters in State College, Pennsylvania, beginning January or February 2027. The role prepares and communicates impact-driven forecasts for AccuWeather’s app, website, media outlets, business clients, and digital platforms. The team seeks a collaborative, curious forecaster passionate about helping people and businesses make weather-informed decisions and supporting AccuWeather’s mission 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 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, and 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