Weather Service Universities in Germany (2026/27)

The Senior Meteorological Officer is a specialized civil service profession within the German public sector, primarily employed at the German Weather Service (DWD) and occasionally at other government institutions. Training is typically provided through a dual study program at the Federal University of Applied Sciences, combining meteorology, climatology, and measurement technology with administrative and organizational studies. The role centers on collecting, analyzing, and interpreting weather and climate data, ensuring its reliability and accessibility for government authorities, businesses, and the public.