This is a career guide to the wonderful world of oceanography. ''Virtual Apprentice: Oceanographer'' introduces young readers to a fascinating career studying the oceans. This useful new career guide takes readers behind the scenes with profiles of working professionals, 'Reality Check' sidebars that help readers decide if this is the job for them, 'A Day in the Life' activity list of a typical day on the job, and much more to help them understand what a career in oceanography would be like. This illustrated guide is the perfect starting point for young adults interested in becoming oceanographers.Chapters include: Diving in to Oceanography; Oceanographer at Work; Oceanography Tech and Trends; Oceanographer in Training; Other Fish in the Sea; Kids Ask, Oceanographers Answer; and, Oceanographer for a Day.