Forecasting in the private sector

[LVwxHistorian]

My other recent post related to this one -- "forecasting without a degree" -- didn't get much response.  So I'll rephrase a bit:   

Is it possible to get a forecasting job at a private company without a Meteo degree?  I have a BS and now an MS in Physics.  What could I do on my own (without more school) to get into the field, i.e. self-study, online tutorials, etc.   Any help is much appreciated!!

 

[The Iceman]

I think you'd have a better bet starting your own weather forecasting service than looking to get into an existing company without a degree in the field. The field is extremely competitive even with a degree so I'd imagine it's close to impossible to land one without a met degree even if you have a physics background. Maybe someone else can shine better light but this is just my two cents. 

 

[MPotter_WX]

From my experience in the field, I doubt you would get consideration without a Met degree. Iceman is right, you would have to start your own company. Even doing that, it’d be suggested to have someone with a Met degree on board to make your company more “legit”.