STEM Career Guidance Forum

Discuss topics on science and math professions. Topics include job descriptions, salary, requirements and responsibilities. Find advice when comparing two or more similar careers.

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Junior Java Developer in Test: Interview Questions & SQL/Java Practices

  • Robben
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What's John D. Cook's Career Transition Advice?

  • Ben Espen
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Post-grad feeling the tiniest bit lost

  • imranq
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Where Should I Move? Find a New Place to Live with These Guidelines

  • David Carroll
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Deciding My Career Goal After High School

  • Avimanyu Ray
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What should I volunteer in to gain Astro experience for PhD?

  • Alex Howard
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Will my academic inclinations 'jive' with the business world?

  • HizzleT
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Furthering Physics education inline with current job

  • GinaPNG
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Aspiring to be a life long postdoc. Is that realistic?

  • Corpuscule
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Engineering How to get into programming with a Physics/Engineering background

  • Ben Mercado
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Did I waste time getting an MS in computational physics?

  • e15
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Engineering Software Developer/Engineering Essential Skills

  • joshthekid
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Degree in Physics or Mathematical Science

  • Aaron Curran
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What classes are needed to become a surgeon?

  • IwannaBEE
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Job Skills DoE SULI Fall 2015: Waiting to Hear Back

  • Thatcurlyone
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Engineering How important is classification of degree (engineers)?

  • alex282
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Engineering What are career options for an Electronics Engineer?

  • ramdas
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What are Government research jobs like in physics?

  • Grognak16
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Engineering Life after engineering PhD -- need advice

  • natrium
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Job vs Academic Experience for MS&E PhD & Future Career

  • alphadan
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Medical physics in Australia: ASPCEM TEAP experience?

  • travail
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Can I get a job in patent law with a physics degree?

  • girlinphysics
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How can a Physics major relate to clean energy?

  • therubbydubby
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Engineering Associate or Bachelor's in Engineering?

  • Dunedain979
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Questions about future employment

  • FocusMiah
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What Are Potential Paths for a Physics Enthusiast with Varied Interests?

  • SuperQYD
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Dynamic Math Software for Online Tutoring

  • torquerotates
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Physics Research career on particle physics and quantum theory

  • Vishal Das
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Get Admission to MIT for PhD in Physics | Requirements

  • Vishal Das
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Engineering Becoming an engineering/mechanics lecturer

  • Jamessamuel
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What options do I have after my physics Degree

  • Aswin
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Does Big Data have a place in the field of Aerodynamics?

  • jonathan1987
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Engineering Finance BS regret - 2nd degree in ME Engineering?

  • Fede0122
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Engineering Is a bachelor in Physics a good idea for Engineering?

  • lh9713
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Engineering Engineering Career: Attainable with EE Degree?

  • Gresham Conway
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Career Options in Applied Physics

  • andrewm94
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What to do during physics degree to improve job prospects

  • Dazed&Confused
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Career in Europe vs US (Comparison of academic cultures)

  • cryptist
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BS Physics, no one wants to hire me?

  • deaconblues
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Engineering Aerospace engineers here is something you might like

  • Hello there
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Engineering Visiting local engineering companies

  • Johnx014
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Engineering Topics to revise for Aeronautical Engineering

  • Mdmhk
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MSc or MS in applied physics.which is require for phd?

  • debasish panda
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Guide for career in gravity and cosmology

  • viniciuslbo
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Astrophysics Career: Pursuing a PhD & Job Prospects

  • Roberto Rivas
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Engineering Aerospace engineering or computer science

  • Kelvinr72
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What career choice after poor grades?

  • bruhjf
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Engineering Computer scientist or aerospace engineer

  • Kelvinr72
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How to Pursue a Career in Astronomy - Realistic Advice

  • DominoK
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Anyone who made it with some ADHD and a late start in STEM?

  • TranscedentKid
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B.S. Graduate, Great Job Opportunity, Going to Grad Sc.

  • Jarvis323
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High School Student Thinking About Future Careers

  • ShatteredAwe
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High Schooler confused for future career

  • Netsirt
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Which area is best to specialise in?

  • utopia_11
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Engineering Advancement as a Chemical Engineer

  • Vepr
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What Alternatives are there if I Don't Get into Medical School?

  • S.S
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To grad school or not to grad school?

  • DLOBE
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Teaching math or science in developing world

  • pantheid
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Engineering Electrical engineer & physicist, advice on PhD astronomy

  • Sakurasus
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PhD Program: Biophysics vs. Physics w/ biophysics research

  • bremsen
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What are your thoughts on getting an EE degree?

  • WilkinsMicawber
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Career in Dark Energy: Pursuing a Physics Major at UIUC

  • britsid815
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Engineering What do engineers, physicists and mathematicians really do?

  • Ju00611
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Engineering I need advice on an engineering career path

  • Avner
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Is it a good idea to do a uni postdoc without publishing?

  • Corpuscule
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Medical Physics in the UK: Coming from overseas?

  • Beer-monster
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Engineering What engineering course is the best?

  • bruhjf
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Universities in Canada, I can't decide

  • janabanana
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Engineering Should I Choose Physics or Engineering for My Career in Spain?

  • Andropov
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What to study for studying neuroscience and genetics?

  • Frushe
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What Career Opportunities Exist with a PhD in Physics?

  • member 529879
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Physics PhD at 50, seeks non-traditional career options

  • nickyrtr
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Which STEM fields are actually in demand in the US now?

  • StatGuy2000
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Chris - Introduction/career advice

  • Chris Wells
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Become a Cosmologist: Finances & Jobs

  • physicist91
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Applied Mathematics job hunting advice

  • Amelie
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Should I take up MSc or discontinue?

  • phoenix95
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Physics Is a Career in Quantum Computing Viable for Non-Ivy League Graduates?

  • Ananthan9470
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Practical or sell-able skills of astronomy graduates

  • symbolipoint
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Engineering Is an engineering minor worth it?

  • riar95
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Day to day life of a professional astronomer

  • DHF
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Is a Career at SpaceX Worth Leaving a Stable Job for?

  • planethunter
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Should i take graduate or undergraduate in Accounting

  • Sakura1312
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A puzzling dilemma between a safe future job and physics

  • aryu
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Engineering Civil Engineering: Wages, Best Career Option & More

  • physics-chris
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Physics How to Become a Physicist without a degree

  • Balabhadruni
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Engineering Physics undergaduate useful for engineering masters/Ph.D?

  • Fanderstruck
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Nuclear physics or theoretical physics?

  • deependra1003
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Engineering Biomedical Engineering: Career Options for an Ambitious 29-Year-Old

  • Betty101
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Physics What is the true value of a career in physics compared to engineering?

  • PhysixChick
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Which Physics Degree is Best for Becoming a Cosmologist?

  • derbergfex
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Should I Apply for a Lab Job Before Starting CLS Program?

  • CRichard
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Engineering Electrical engineer jobs that aren't hardware based

  • thestrong
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Those of you who found a job with just a B.Sc in Physics

  • grandpa2390
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Engineering Brainstorming Career Switch to Engineering

  • wishyouwell
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Physics Medical Physicists -- What is the process to becoming one?

  • SnapCracklePop
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Engineering What engineering major revolving around space should I choos

  • Tanklesstree
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How to change careers with finance problems?

  • Gadgett
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What is the best place to look for post docs in physics?

  • Evan Maxwell
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