Jobs in mining and energy are among the "winners" in terms of growth, according to statistics based on a Labor Dept. report released Friday:
"Mining and oil and gas extraction: Knowledge of minerals, geography and fuel extraction has been helpful in 2008. Mining support jobs have grown 3.6% so far, while the overall mining industry has expanded 2.3%. Jobs related to oil and gas extraction grew 2.1%. Key skills for such jobs include taking geological samples, exploring prospective sites, excavating pits, digging for minerals and tasks related to oil and gas extraction."
Thanks to geology.com for spotting this. [above: credit, Asarco]