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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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Overcoming the Fear of Speaking in Public: Tips for the Worst Public Speaker

Feb 23, 2005 · Replies 32 · Feb 25, 2005

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Can I Survive on a $1000 Monthly Salary in San Diego as a Graduate Researcher?

Feb 23, 2005 · Replies 28 · Feb 25, 2005

Replies: 28

Views: 5K

Math Math Majoring, Career, and Insecurity

Feb 22, 2005 · Replies 5 · Feb 23, 2005

Replies: 5

Views: 5K

Physics Physics Careers: Benefits, Opportunities, & Income

Feb 18, 2005 · Replies 6 · Feb 18, 2005

Replies: 6

Views: 10K

Fast and Easy Ways to Become Rich

Feb 10, 2005 · Replies 35 · Feb 11, 2005

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Replies: 35

Views: 6K

Physics Math skills required to be a career physicist?

Feb 8, 2005 · Replies 13 · Feb 9, 2005

Replies: 13

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Math What Are the Exciting Career Options for Math Majors Beyond Accounting?

Feb 3, 2005 · Replies 2 · Feb 4, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 4K

Making Money as a College Freshman - Ideas for Earning Extra Cash

Dec 17, 2004 · Replies 19 · Feb 2, 2005

Replies: 19

Views: 3K

My academic careerwish me luck guys.

Jan 24, 2005 · Replies 4 · Jan 24, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 5K

Is Partial Ownership in a Pool Hall a Good Investment for Beginners?

Jan 14, 2005 · Replies 27 · Jan 17, 2005

Replies: 27

Views: 8K

Where to Find a Breakdown of Middle-Class Jobs in the USA

Jan 13, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 15, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

What is the weird world of quantum physics?

Jan 10, 2005 · Replies 3 · Jan 11, 2005

Replies: 3

Views: 5K

Navy Recruit Seeking Career Advice

Dec 28, 2004 · Replies 9 · Jan 8, 2005

Replies: 9

Views: 6K

Is Life Science the Right Choice for Aspiring Doctors?

Dec 30, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 31, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 5K

How to Stay Alert and Concentrate When Mentally Tired

Dec 28, 2004 · Replies 35 · Dec 31, 2004

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Replies: 35

Views: 10K

Physics Career in teaching physics/comp sci.

Dec 22, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 29, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 5K

English Careers / Double Majors

Dec 17, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 28, 2004

Replies: 5

Views: 9K

Become a Theoretical Philosopher: What to Know & How Much You Can Earn

Dec 25, 2004 · Replies 9 · Dec 26, 2004

Replies: 9

Views: 5K

Physics Careers using a Major in Physics and a Minor in Computer Science?

Nov 30, 2004 · Replies 9 · Dec 21, 2004

Replies: 9

Views: 29K

Is Physical Chemistry the Right University Path for You?

Dec 19, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 20, 2004

Replies: 3

Views: 6K

Driving to Flagstaff in Storm for Paycheck

Dec 5, 2004 · Replies 23 · Dec 10, 2004

Replies: 23

Views: 3K

High School Senior Seeking Advice on Electrical Engineering

Nov 24, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 5, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 5K

What Should I Do After My First Year of Studying Sciences?

Nov 18, 2004 · Replies 11 · Nov 29, 2004

Replies: 11

Views: 6K

Anyway to combine these two interests into a career?

Nov 24, 2004 · Replies 10 · Nov 27, 2004

Replies: 10

Views: 9K

Focus on School: Not Letting Video Games Get the Best of Me

Nov 8, 2004 · Replies 15 · Nov 11, 2004

Replies: 15

Views: 3K

Buying Used Cars: Share Your Experiences & Tips

Dec 24, 2003 · Replies 24 · Nov 10, 2004

Replies: 24

Views: 6K

Academic and Career Guidance Forum

Nov 3, 2004 · Replies 4 · Nov 4, 2004

Replies: 4

Views: 6K

Tips for Finding a One-Bedroom Place to Live

Oct 13, 2004 · Replies 33 · Nov 2, 2004

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Replies: 33

Views: 4K

Do I Need an Electrical Engineering Degree for a Career in Speech Processing?

Oct 24, 2004 · Replies 2 · Oct 31, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 6K

Exploring Career Options: Computer Programming, Actuarial Work, or Engineering?

Sep 4, 2004 · Replies 3 · Oct 18, 2004

Replies: 3

Views: 7K

Advice on Pursuing a Career in Theoretical Physics

Oct 4, 2004 · Replies 2 · Oct 11, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 7K

Physics What Are the Best Career Options in Engineering Today?

Oct 10, 2004 · Replies 2 · Oct 11, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 7K

Writing an Admission Cover Letter: A Struggle for Many

Oct 10, 2004 · Replies 7 · Oct 10, 2004

Replies: 7

Views: 3K

So muchAchieving the Nobel Prize: What to Do With the Money?

Oct 1, 2004 · Replies 2 · Oct 8, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 5K

Are You Constantly Fixing Others' Mistakes at Work?

Sep 10, 2004 · Replies 12 · Sep 12, 2004

Replies: 12

Views: 7K

Graduating & Moving Out: My Plan for Success

Aug 30, 2004 · Replies 25 · Sep 5, 2004

Replies: 25

Views: 4K

Why Do Some Employees Resist Organizational Change?

Jul 28, 2004 · Replies 21 · Aug 30, 2004

Replies: 21

Views: 7K

High-Paying Jobs: What Should You Study?

Aug 26, 2004 · Replies 20 · Aug 27, 2004

Replies: 20

Views: 4K

Public Service: What is it and Where Can I Work?

Aug 4, 2004 · Replies 4 · Aug 5, 2004

Replies: 4

Views: 3K

College Decision: Should I Sell Assets to Pursue Physics Major?

Jul 28, 2004 · Replies 5 · Aug 1, 2004

Replies: 5

Views: 3K

Is Life as a Graduate Student Financially Feasible?

Jul 21, 2004 · Replies 11 · Jul 28, 2004

Replies: 11

Views: 4K

Career Change Advice for 25-Year-Old: How to Make the Transition?

Jul 13, 2004 · Replies 2 · Jul 20, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 9K

So ive decided to major in philosophy

Jul 12, 2004 · Replies 2 · Jul 19, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

Paying an Unpaid Parking Ticket Before Trading In Car

Jul 14, 2004 · Replies 12 · Jul 15, 2004

Replies: 12

Views: 6K

Apprehension about future career in science

Jul 10, 2004 · Replies 2 · Jul 11, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 8K

How has your transition from the army to civilian life been?

Jul 10, 2004 · Replies 5 · Jul 10, 2004

Replies: 5

Views: 2K

Apprehension about future career in science

Jul 10, 2004 · Replies 2 · Jul 10, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 8K

Still very much unsure about major/career, need guidance

Jul 3, 2004 · Replies 3 · Jul 3, 2004

Replies: 3

Views: 8K

Physics Is Astrophysics a Viable Career Option for Me?

Mar 21, 2004 · Replies 6 · Jun 25, 2004

Replies: 6

Views: 16K

Important career or career you enjoy?

Jun 16, 2004 · Replies 2 · Jun 23, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 12K

Student Loan Ques: Investing Excess Money for Future Repayment?

Jun 20, 2004 · Replies 4 · Jun 21, 2004

Replies: 4

Views: 3K

Engineering Alternative Careers to Engineering :|

Jun 7, 2004 · Replies 5 · Jun 9, 2004

Replies: 5

Views: 44K

Should I Take the £20k Job in Gibraltar?

Jun 4, 2004 · Replies 14 · Jun 7, 2004

Replies: 14

Views: 3K

Starting Over: Tales of Rebuilding from the Bottom

Nov 3, 2003 · Replies 190 · May 21, 2004

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Replies: 190

Views: 24K

Universities, boyfriends and lies

May 2, 2004 · Replies 95 · May 20, 2004

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Replies: 95

Views: 8K

Got referred to court for excessive absence?

May 9, 2004 · Replies 26 · May 11, 2004

Replies: 26

Views: 4K

How will a masters in Anatomy help me

May 9, 2004 · Replies 13 · May 11, 2004

Replies: 13

Views: 3K

What is the secret to finding and maintaining a true passion in life?

Apr 28, 2004 · Replies 21 · May 4, 2004

Replies: 21

Views: 3K

Engineering Careers in Engineering for Math & Physics Majors - Keene State College

Mar 28, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 7, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 9K

Math What Are the Best Career Options in Physics, Engineering, and Math?

Mar 11, 2004 · Replies 8 · Mar 14, 2004

Replies: 8

Views: 10K

Engineering What is computer engineering all about?

Feb 29, 2004 · Replies 2 · Mar 7, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 8K

Who Can Help With a Career Survey in Mathematics/Physics?

Jan 28, 2004 · Replies 2 · Feb 4, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 6K

How can a writer break into science journalism and navigate the challenges?

Jan 28, 2004 · Replies 7 · Jan 29, 2004

Replies: 7

Views: 3K

Physics Physics career or not? *Ambivalent*

Dec 14, 2003 · Replies 1 · Dec 14, 2003

Replies: 1

Views: 7K

Physics Is astrophysics a lucrative and secure career choice?

Dec 11, 2003 · Replies 4 · Dec 12, 2003

Replies: 4

Views: 17K

Is Your Salary Sufficient for Your Lifestyle Desires?

Dec 9, 2003 · Replies 15 · Dec 12, 2003

Replies: 15

Views: 5K

Most underpaid and overpaid vocations

Dec 6, 2003 · Replies 16 · Dec 11, 2003

Replies: 16

Views: 6K

Lucky Me: Proving the Odds Wrong in Job Interviews

Dec 6, 2003 · Replies 14 · Dec 7, 2003

Replies: 14

Views: 4K

PhD: Career Tracks, Working Conditions & Differences Between Fields

Nov 1, 2003 · Replies 23 · Nov 29, 2003

Replies: 23

Views: 5K

Anyone pursue science as a *second* career?

Nov 19, 2003 · Replies 7 · Nov 19, 2003

Replies: 7

Views: 16K

Physics Opinions on what career for physics students

Nov 9, 2003 · Replies 6 · Nov 15, 2003

Replies: 6

Views: 8K

What Are Your Long-Term Goals and Aspirations?

Oct 23, 2003 · Replies 31 · Oct 28, 2003

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Replies: 31

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I Got My First Job - Celebrating My First Paycheck

Oct 14, 2003 · Replies 25 · Oct 21, 2003

Replies: 25

Views: 5K

Choosing a Major: Advice for College Students

Sep 8, 2003 · Replies 2 · Sep 15, 2003

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

What is an Affidavit? | Yamaha Shop Repair Damage Advice

Sep 11, 2003 · Replies 2 · Sep 11, 2003

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

Should I Buy a Motorcycle Now?

Jun 17, 2003 · Replies 16 · Sep 8, 2003

Replies: 16

Views: 7K

How Can I Manage Financial Challenges While Pursuing Medical School?

Aug 22, 2003 · Replies 3 · Aug 23, 2003

Replies: 3

Views: 8K

Is Intelligence a Barrier to Manual Labor?

Aug 18, 2003 · Replies 2 · Aug 18, 2003

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

Finding Your Ideal Career: What's Your Dream Job?

Jul 10, 2003 · Replies 17 · Jul 14, 2003

Replies: 17

Views: 4K

What are you going to do in the future?

Jun 25, 2003 · Replies 6 · Jun 27, 2003

Replies: 6

Views: 4K

What are the career options for a 10th grader interested in music and physics?

Jun 4, 2003 · Replies 5 · Jun 5, 2003

Replies: 5

Views: 3K

Can You Balance a Career in Surgery While Pursuing a PhD in Physics or Maths?

May 27, 2003 · Replies 13 · May 30, 2003

Replies: 13

Views: 5K

Physics degrees and marketability

Apr 20, 2003 · Replies 4 · Apr 23, 2003

Replies: 4

Views: 3K

Can Unconventional Jobs Lead to Quick Wealth?

Apr 9, 2003 · Replies 32 · Apr 15, 2003

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Replies: 32

Views: 7K

Career Guidance

Welcome to the STEM Career Guidance forum!

Career guidance involves providing individuals with information, support, and advice to help them make informed decisions about their professional paths. This process includes assessing one's skills, interests, and values, exploring potential career options, and developing a plan to achieve career goals.

Career guidance professionals may offer insights into various industries, provide information on educational and training opportunities, and assist in developing job-searching skills.

The goal is to empower individuals to make well-informed decisions about their careers, aligning their aspirations with realistic and achievable steps for personal and professional growth.

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