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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Is a Master's in Computer Engineering Right for a Self-Taught Programmer?

  • Megziflips
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Engineering Engineer Studying Pure Math: Benefits and Application

  • zeralda21
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Physics What Are the Career Prospects After Studying Physics in the UK?

  • squareroot
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General Science degree or specific area?

  • nick1o2
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PHD Astrophysics and the alternative

  • SpaceMusicGeek
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Engineering Master in Maths seeking engineering job in Fluids Dynamics area

  • evan247
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What can I do with an Applied Mathematics major?

  • warriorboix
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These days, Entry-Level means 2-5 yrs experience.

  • Jamin2112
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Difference between UCSD and UCB for undergraduate physics?

  • The Eggman
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Questions regarding post-doctorate. Travel, duration, etc.?

  • Ascendant78
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Engineering What I thought engineering is like and what it actually is like.

  • WK95
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Engineering What are some good, marketable engineering skills?

  • Aero51
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Is a PhD in String Theory in India a Promising Career Path?

  • m1rohit
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Chemistry Should I bother with a chemistry career?

  • ChemZiw
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Engineering Aerospace and Mechanical engineering

  • MarsProbe1
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What is the difficulty level of programming as an analyst?

  • set
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How Can I Tailor a Ph.D. in Computer Science Towards a Career as a Quant?

  • TheKracken
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Engineering What Is the Work Environment Like for Physicists and Engineers?

  • sloan13
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Engineering Importance of Programming in Physics/High-Tech/Engineering Careers?

  • The Head
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An amature publishing serious work

  • AlexVGheo
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Econophysics, a good career path?

  • VktGS
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What High Earning Career Paths are Available for a Physics Major?

  • Septim
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Difficulties in choosing a research area

  • nataliamenezes
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Physics Computational Physics: A Career in the Intersection of Physics and Coding?

  • Halindor
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Question regarding the crazy road to a PhD

  • Aero51
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EE looking to go into consulting (automation)

  • Dublin
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Physics Italian Student Seeking Advice on Quantum Optics Thesis

  • La_Simo
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Is it important to enjoy the process of doing physics?

  • Ilikecereal
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High school teacher for math/physics

  • catsarebad
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Finance/Economics Career with Physics BS or Physics Grad School?

  • pjl2934
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Interesting new career after physics phd

  • JagteRaho
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A general Master's or a bit more specialized?

  • fandangou
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Countries which pay scientists well?

  • 11thHeaven
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Mix mathematics with physics in undergrad degree?

  • Orha
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Engineering Engineers who are unable to find work

  • Metta
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Engineering Science or Engineering: A British Student in Egypt

  • B4ssHunter
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Do entry level PhD statisticians really make 200K a year?

  • oahz
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Should I do my Masters on something more specific than my degree?

  • socrates_1
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Masters in computer science or Masters in applied statistics?

  • trickslapper
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When is computer visions PhD required?

  • lukuss1
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What do you make of this article?

  • Aero51
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Breadth of jobs in biolgy as opposed to other natural sciences

  • Pronghorn
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Nuclear Medicine Career: Is It Worth Pursuing?

  • RobinSky
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Wrong Path, need to step back and re-trace

  • Killerzone
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Can Physics lead to an Intelligence Analyst career?

  • loxagos_snake
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LinkedIn, or other online porfolio/resume worth it?

  • Ascendant78
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With ME under my belt, I have 3 options

  • musk
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Job stability and money in experimental physics and for postdocs

  • pinkfishegg
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Did I Ruin My Future in Electrical Engineering?

  • timatom
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Engineering Engineering jobs with a Physics degree

  • ZedCar
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Possible career paths for an MS Physical Chemist

  • ConfusedChmst
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What to Wear for a Hot Weather Interview?

  • Monique
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Seeking a job with high school diploma,help please.

  • YYaaSSeeRR
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Which career path would you guys reccomend

  • GBA13
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Give up on trying to find a programming job?

  • Jamin2112
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Please motivate me to carry on with my PhD

  • bardeen
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Engineering Why did you decide to become an engineer?

  • Unicorn-Demon
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Engineering Careers involving electromagnetism (engineering)?

  • Mingus
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Machine learning as a career (in India or abroad)

  • dexterdev
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Engineering Nuclear Engineering/ Material Science and Engineering

  • xholicwriter
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Should you be fired for being a, irresistible attraction?

  • nsaspook
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Still one school year left , I think it will be applied physics

  • jjjaaadnr
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Engineering Physics major with a minor in mechanical engineering

  • catsonmars
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Who Are Some Scientists Who Achieved Success Later in Life?

  • wifi
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Job to Pursue while Majoring in Physics?

  • zoiberg137
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Maximizing Exposure: Tips for Advertising Yourself as a Tutor

  • Lavabug
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Is HonorSociety.org a Legitimate Organization?

  • Von Neumann
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Engineering Physics Ph.D. Grad wanting to return to Aerospace Engineering

  • Phanixis
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Finishing physics PhD: broad interests, few jobs

  • FequalsMMA
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Engineering Is it worth it to go get HVAC/R training after graduating engineering college?

  • cdf0080
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Advice for aspiring high school teacher

  • The Learner
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Do Professors receive additional income for their research?

  • Adoniram
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Insurance Jobs for Physics PhDs: Where to look?

  • AccAcc
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Not sure what to do with my life

  • Jorge.Gonzalez
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Math Which Major Should I Choose for a Balanced Academic Career: ChE, Physics or Pure Math?

  • babysnatcher
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Engineering Find opportunities for future engineering PhD graduate

  • nukapprentice
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Occupational statistics for recent college graduates

  • Bipolarity
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Undergrad Aerospace Vs Mechanical.

  • Natassha
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  • Poll Poll

How many hours do you typically work in a week? (Private sector only)

  • StatGuy2000
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Want a Career in Science, but what?

  • Age101
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Question about life in the USA ,need your help please.

  • YYaaSSeeRR
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Network admin vs Programming what pays better

  • SuperMiguel
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What sort of wage should I expect once I graduate my PhD?

  • Doofy
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Engineering RF Test Engineering - Curious about the field

  • pratiken
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PhD Physics student on career planning

  • Bladibla
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Are there careers in biochemical physics?

  • odnanref
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Anyone read the NYT article on foreign workers and the tech industry?

  • andryd9
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1st Year Physics Major Interested in Laser Physics.

  • jyoungs
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Engineering To acquire a P.Eng. designation, do I need an undergrad degree in engineering?

  • set
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Pre-college Job for an international student,.

  • YYaaSSeeRR
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Engineering Master's in Engineering: Guidance

  • justin22
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Chemistry Physics/Chemistry Major, Could Use Some Advice Please

  • I-Caramba!
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Resume Question - Where/What to put for research experience

  • MPKU
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Civil or Mechanical (also Patent Law)

  • Classico22
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Engineering What area of engineering for masters?

  • member 428835
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Engineering Future prospects in Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Sciences

  • AGNuke
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