Tours and Job Shadows

Heavy Rainfall and Flooding Potential in Virginia; Strong to Severe Storms in the High Plains

There is a Slight Risk for Excessive Rainfall (level 2 of 4) Tuesday across central and southeastern Virginia as the remnants of Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight moves northward. Flash and urban flooding also is possible. Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected across the High Plains and portions of the central Plains Tuesday. The primary threats will be severe wind gusts and large hail. Read More >

Contact Us

By E-mail:

nws.lincoln@noaa.gov

By Phone:

(217) 732-3089

Tours:

Tours are best suited for 3rd grade and above.

Groups over 20 people will need to be divided into smaller groups.
A typical tour will last about an hour.
All tours are subject to rescheduling, due to inclement weather.

Contact: Ed Shimon
Phone: (217) 732-3089 ext. 726
E-mail: Edward.Shimon@noaa.gov

Job Shadows:

Job shadows are typically arranged for high school or college students.
Job shadows sit with forecasters in our operations area, to learn about our operations, and to ask questions regarding the weather, careers, educational requirements, etc.

Contact: Andy Taylor
Phone: (217) 732-3089 ext. 766
E-mail: Andrew.Taylor@noaa.gov

Employment Opportunities:

Careers in the National Weather Service
The NWS has a variety of jobs, not all of which involve routine weather forecasting. Learn more about the opportunities available within our agency.

Apply for Jobs at the National Weather Service (USAJobs web site)