Non-Physics Careers for Physics PhDs

[DR13]

I think there should be a sticky thread in the career guidance section about non-physics careers for a physics phd. I swear, a new thread pops us about that topic every week.

 

[lisab]

Yes, it's a very common topic. Sticky-ing it could be helpful.

Meanwhile, this thread does a good job addressing it:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=64966

It's been highlighted, so if you switch to "Highlighted Threads" it's easier to find.

 

[DR13]

Yes, it's a very common topic. Sticky-ing it could be helpful.

Meanwhile, this thread does a good job addressing it:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=64966

It's been highlighted, so if you switch to "Highlighted Threads" it's easier to find.

That isn't exactly what I am talking about.
That thread is about "Can I get a physics PhD w/o a physics degree from undergrad"
I'm talking about "I am getting/am planning to get a physics PhD but what can I do for a career besides physics research"
I hope that clears things up.