Have you ever wondered where the oil in your car comes from? Well, it is because nations like the US get oil from Alaska to the states through pipelines running thousands of miles through mountains, oceans, and many more harsh terrains. These pipelines are only possible because of welding, more specifically underwater welding. Underwater welding is one of the most physically demanding and mentally challenging careers, and this is because not only do you have to be able to place good welds, but you also must be in shape to carry the one-hundred-and-fifty-pound backpack full of gear. This kind of welding is not only done in lakes or rivers but most commonly in the deep ocean on oil rigs and pipelines, making it extremely dangerous with a death rate of 0.2% or 13 divers per year. Underwater welding may be extremely dangerous, but it pays very well with a starting salary of fifty thousand to one hundred thousand a year, starting off. Do you think the risk is worth it? Some requirements to be an underwater welder are a commercial diving license, a welding license, a specialized underwater welding training class, and an AWS Certified Welding Inspector license. These are just the school requirements and to be a successful underwater welder you be patient, able to work under pressure with others, while paying attention to your surroundings. Overall underwater welding is dangerous but can be rewarding.