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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Should I stay or should I go (from academia)?

  • ThePostDoc
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Physics Guidance for someone with a B.A. in Physics

  • BeeBopTop
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Is it worth staying in college an extra semester to double major?

  • mariexotoni
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Aerospace Jobs with Physics Major?

  • Rose53
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Math Phd maths searches a job in finance

  • kungfupanda
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Engineering Engineering or teaching? Questions for both professions

  • skwissgaar
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Physics Jobs for someone with a Bachelors in Applied Physics

  • Xyius
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Research careers in mathematics (without teaching)

  • alexmahone
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Medical Dosimetrist: Career Advice for Physics Degree Holders

  • Toni103
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Chemistry Future in Chemistry: Master's or Ph.D Degree Options

  • EagerEngineer
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Physics Physics jobs that involve a lot of travelling

  • climbthepeak
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Half/ebay - Guy I sold to is dissatisfied. Should I refund?

  • bpatrick
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Can I Claim EIT if I'm Certain I passed?

  • willibre
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Engineering Engineering, should I show off work from my current job in an interview?

  • rm446
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Career Help Need to Get Back to Science

  • Moneer81
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Engineering Changing career path of an electrical engineer?

  • astroC
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I am interested in science,but am majorly confused

  • Khushbu
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Engineering How Can a Soldier Transition to an Aeronautic Engineer for NASA?

  • Cerberus_01
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Engineering Mechanical Engineering as a Career Change at 42: Tips from Experienced Engineers

  • addision
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What to call a guy who designs and builds electronic circuits

  • bhaazee
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Some thoughts hoping to clear up

  • wukunlin
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Setting up a Teacher website questions

  • Head_Unit
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Engineering Volunteering at an engineering firm/company

  • driedupfish
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Traditional Pension vs. 401k: Which is the Better Retirement Option?

  • AstroZombie
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Gain Extra Experience - Take Quick Survey Now!

  • niall-mac
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  • Poll Poll

How many of you are employed in your field?

  • StatGuy2000
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What to do after studies? Really don't want to teach.

  • nomad19095
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Engineering Chemical engineers working for space agencies?

  • Nikitin
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  • Poll Poll

Is Pursuing Multiple Ph.D.s a Viable Option for a Career in Theoretical Physics?

  • causalset
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Here's the things I love, now what should I study to pursue it

  • RubberBandit
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Physics Preparing for a Career in Theoretical Physics | Ben

  • FuturePhDBen
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Pipe Stress Analysis: Career Advice for B.Tech Mechanical Engineers

  • Jaswanth
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What Are the Best Career Options for Physics Majors?

  • Sjm757
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How Can I Transition from Engineering to Design?

  • JP reinvented
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What are your experiences as tutors?

  • dkotschessaa
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Physics Can Fuzzy Theory Transform Quantum Physics?

  • JPBenowitz
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Job Skills What personal info I should leave out on resume?

  • lucerne
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How to Start Investing with No Experience | 17 and Beyond

  • AKwolfeEng
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Engineering Which branch of engineering will be best in the future?

  • jorgerocha
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Physics Would I qualify for a patent examiner position with a BA in physics?

  • Anotherhandle
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Engineering Computer engineering, should I go for it?

  • btic
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Math Math Degrees for Jobs: Master's vs Bachelor's

  • 20Tauri
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How would I go about getting into the oil/gas industry?

  • DirtyLeeds
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Math Which Major Is Better for an Aspiring Academic: Pure Mathematics or Statistics?

  • since1992
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Engineering Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

  • 01KD
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Engineering B.Eng in Engineering Physics advice

  • engboysclub
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Physics Notable physicists and published papers

  • mwalmasri
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Engineering Mechanical Engineers: How much writing do you do?

  • smp500
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Would you be able to do MS in QM in this case?

  • Abidal Sala
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Physics Jobs as a physics degree for processor developing companies (e.g. Intel)

  • maruhan2
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Physics Is a B.S. in Physics a Dead-End for Employment?

  • bjj8383
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Frontier of Discovery: Engineering/Physics Career Options

  • Garmeth
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Engineering Detailed Information on Chemical Engineering

  • AKwolfeEng
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Physics Bachelor in Physics: Advice for HaRmoniZeR

  • archarmonizer
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Independent study for Freshman/Sophomore?

  • Nano-Passion
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Is it too late to pursue a degree in physics at 26 years old?

  • ajocean
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Engineering About engineering physicists (again)

  • Abieru
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Does Publishing Matter? A Guide for Engineers in the Real World

  • llstelle
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Internship Question (considering quitting)

  • Sentience
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Physics Can You Combine a Medical Career with a Passion for Physics?

  • GoDzSoLDiiEr
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Engineering Thoughts on a second degree in Electronic Engineering

  • Carlos_Monty
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Is a PhD in Physics Worth the Struggle?

  • Meta14
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Physics Can I become a Chemist or Physicist?

  • lionely
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Difficulties in Organic Chem. Lab

  • bourbon bait
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Engineering Employers' thoughts on B.S. in Physics/M.S. in Electrical Engineering?

  • Ryuk1990
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A special kind of advice consultation

  • rhody
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Engineering The suitable options for a fresh graduate Mechanical Engineer

  • Lukyan
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Physics What are the career prospects for physicists?

  • bobbricks
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Physics Smart enough for theoretical physics?

  • ralqs
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Cheap Travel Tips: How to Explore New Cities for Under $500

  • leroyjenkens
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Masters Degree @24: Is it Normal?

  • reddvoid
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Engineering Are there any engineering jobs with 30 hour work week?

  • chrisandmiss
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Opportunities in Specific Areas of ME and EE

  • benw315
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Engineering Can't choose between actuarial science, accounting, and engineering

  • shadedude123
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Engineering Chemical vs. Materials Engineering

  • MrGeneric
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What is the importance of buzz words in a CV?

  • hunt_mat
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What's the coding job like in oil companies?

  • CloudyTrees
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Engineering Is engineering the wrong path for me?

  • jbrussell93
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Engineering Post doc in physics after bachelors in engineering

  • dpa
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Engineering Career questions for nuclear engineers and experimental nuclear physicists.

  • sardonically
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Math How good are job prospects for math majors?

  • squelchy451
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BTech PHYSICAL SCIENCES IIST: Get to NASA & ISRO Post-Grad

  • johncena
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Engineering How do mathematicians and engineers differ in their work and training?

  • supernova1203
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Psychology Degree: Realist Perception in 2020

  • doey
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Physics Physics Career: Doc/Postdoc Options Beyond Teaching

  • dpa
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Is Mechanical Engineering the Best Path to Achieve My Childhood Dream?

  • dira_c
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Engineering Engineering Major for Me: Georgia Tech Insight

  • aagnone3
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What career path should my cousin choose: medical doctor or computer scientist?

  • N5soulkishin
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Best way to get summer internship

  • Max.Planck
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Engineering What quality is most important for engineers

  • k4br0ntx
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Engineering As an Engineer, will you just sit on your butt?

  • KidWonder
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Math Is a Math Major the Right Career Path for You?

  • garbiiiiis
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Physics For those of you who found a job with just a B.Sc in physics

  • Ryuk1990
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Engineering Electrical and Biomedical Engineer

  • evra
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Engineering Summer internship/ vocational training after 4th semester engineering

  • snshusat161
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Engineering Manufacturing design / process engineer - hands on or sit on yer butt?

  • H2Bro
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