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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Engineering Is it possible to switch from engineering to physics for an MS degree?

  • kini.Amith
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Mechanical Engineering & Writing Code: Benefits & Recommended Languages

  • DocSpringston
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Escape UK: Seeking Physics Job Opportunities in a Beautiful Location

  • Doofy
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Post PhD: how to transition out of academia?

  • Corpuscule
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Pros and cons for a new career path

  • TJinSC
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Engineering What Major Should I Choose for a Career in Computer Hardware Engineering?

  • dgm
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Career in Physics: 3 Options to Consider

  • rgujju
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What finance roles should a physics major consider?

  • lasymphonie
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Math Jobs: Find Opportunities for Pure & Applied Maths

  • Barioth
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Math major working in a warehouse. How can I get a real job now?

  • Jamin2112
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Do physics careers involve computers a lot?

  • dgm
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Where Can Out-of-State Students Find Spring 2014 Internships?

  • teroenza
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Questions for actuaries (or aspiring ones): relevant 'software skills'

  • semidevil
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Careers with a degree in Statistics

  • eugenegl
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Need advice for an average biology student worried about the future.

  • ConfusedinLife
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Is accounting and finance easier than Physics?

  • quantumadness
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Using Math in the Real World by the University of London

  • sleepydreamer
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Job Skills Physics Career Interviews: Help Brian from UC Davis?

  • UCD
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How employable is a Statistics major, and what kind of jobs are availa

  • annoyinggirl
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What Are the Current Hot Topics in Electricity and Magnetism?

  • kosovo dave
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Which Alternative Energy Sector Offers the Best Job Opportunities?

  • deedsy
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When is the best time to start a job hunt after obtaining a PhD?

  • maverick_starstrider
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Career Advice for Physics Grad with Programming Skills

  • Lengalicious
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  • Poll Poll

Career Poll 2: Matching Ambitions and Realities

  • ZapperZ
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Dog damaged neighbors car, want your input.

  • fitz_calc
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Aspiring Astronaut: How To Reach Your Goal of Working at NASA

  • Kishlay
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Physics Internships: Advice for Undergraduates

  • Yosty22
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Need guidance - Inexperienced at Automotive Company

  • kalidas1992
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Talking to HR representatives when interviewing for a research posn

  • maverick_starstrider
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  • Poll Poll

Grad School: Is a disciplinary sanction for drinking a kiss of death?

  • F=qE
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How open are postdoc positions - and teaching during postdoc

  • Pythagorean
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Engineering CompSci & Electrical Engineering

  • cpscdave
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Interdisciplinary Academic Career

  • Pythagorean
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Postdoc Interview, What to Expect?

  • maverick_starstrider
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Got a call from a company I did not apply too

  • Aero51
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Is Video Game Programming Possible?

  • westee222
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Grad School Resume - Include Poster Sessions?

  • teroenza
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Engineering Physics to Engineering - Is it possible?

  • Broccoli21
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Physics How do you become a theoretical physicist?

  • ishikag123
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Engineering Mechanical Design Engineer vs. Technical Support Engineer

  • MrJohnnyPrice
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Quantitative finance internships for rising seniors?

  • username23
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Engineering Electrical Engineering degree?

  • Success
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CV templates for graduate jobs - recommendations

  • ZedCar
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How social media can ruin your chances

  • Evo
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Moral Dilemma for contemplating 2 job offers

  • msdavis
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Engineering Engineering Internships in Philadelphia - Paid Positions

  • rhoadsy74
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Physics Is a career as an astrophysicist both challenging and rewarding?

  • KEPL3R
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Engineering Do chemical engineers only work with power plants?

  • nst.john
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How did you learn to write grants?

  • Pythagorean
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Physics What Academic Path Leads to a Career in Quantum Mechanics?

  • Quantum3700
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Engineering What are some common topics covered in electrical engineering courses?

  • JustStudying
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Engineering Work Environment of an Electrical Engineer

  • nst.john
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Where to look for physics internships

  • MAC5494
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Which Category of Physics is more Rewarding?

  • PRBLO17
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What happens to my Canadian citizenship if I move to the US?

  • ainster31
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Is Numerical Analysis Used in Non-Financial Industries?

  • lagrange476
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Engineering Niche jobs for Electrical Engineers?

  • hyperion4
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Physics Daily life of a physicist at a university?

  • FatalTragedy
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Stay or go back to home country?

  • abiyo
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Right Qualifications for DFT in Industry

  • maverick_starstrider
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What steps should I take to become a physics researcher?

  • Giuseppe_97
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Programming Job Interview: Salary Negotiation Tips

  • inotyce
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2-years gap after PhD: will it affect getting a post doc?

  • phys_student1
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Physics Majors Internship Opportunities

  • I'mBlue
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Torn Between Money and Passion 12th Grade Year

  • Periapsis
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Entry Level Computational Science Jobs

  • jonathan1987
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Medical Physics Without Certification

  • grapes
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Intellectual spoiling, career options depression.

  • X89codered89X
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What Are Your Career Options in Medical Physics Without a Residency?

  • Lawrencel2
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Thinking of starting a career in Astrophysics, need advice?

  • Remon
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Future Job Market: Engineers & Computer Scientists: Debate & Solutions

  • Hierophant
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Programming jobs related to astronomy

  • Lee33
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What are the job prospects for a medical physics graduate in California?

  • Lawrencel2
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Corporate Data Science after a PhD in Physics

  • Corpuscule
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Application-oriented areas in Optics & Photonics

  • renewed
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Engineering Computer Engineering versus Electrical Engineering

  • drailing
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What Medical Jobs Are Open to BS in Physics Graduates?

  • Geremia
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Getting a physics-related job?

  • Thorra
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How can i offer myself for desired jobs or projects?

  • mynick
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Branch of physics with many challlenges

  • nil1996
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My Job as a Mechanical Engineer: Challenges & Benefits

  • Smed
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How Can a Non-Technical First Job Impact Your Computer Engineering Career?

  • ainster31
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Career Guidance for 11th grader in Science

  • Elemere
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What are the financial prospects for physics graduates?

  • Zashmar
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Career Guidance for Applied Math Ph.D.

  • tobefree
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Is GPA More Important for Job Opportunities: Cumulative or Major?

  • Turion
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Jobs for physics PhD's / At what point can you claim to know C++ ?

  • Doofy
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Interesting articles online on academia and the PhD problem

  • StatGuy2000
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Engineering Material and Chemical Engineering, which to choose?

  • chelseausb
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Medical and Health Physics Graduate Programs

  • cfinley
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Physics Possible to become a physicist these days?

  • TysonM8
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Studying Chaotic Systems and Careers

  • sus4
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Engineering Graduate Courses In Thin Film Technology and Engineering

  • akhilmarar
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Engineering How do you tell if you are smart enough to become an engineer?

  • Hierophant
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Engineering Electrical engineering to physics

  • piyush2901
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How can I interpret an ambiguous email from my boss?

  • Office_Shredder
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