Non-Research Careers After Physics Degree

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The discussion centers on the career options available to undergraduate physics students who are not interested in traditional paths such as teaching or research. The individual expresses a desire for a high-risk, high-reward career and contemplates the value of obtaining a master's degree in physics versus entering the job market with a bachelor's degree. They also express an interest in entrepreneurship but lack specific business ideas. Resources such as Physics Today and the American Institute of Physics are recommended for exploring non-academic job opportunities.

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  • Understanding of physics concepts and their applications in various industries
  • Familiarity with entrepreneurship fundamentals
  • Knowledge of job market trends for physics graduates
  • Awareness of the value of advanced degrees in the job market
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  • Research high-risk career paths suitable for physics graduates
  • Explore entrepreneurship resources and business idea generation techniques
  • Investigate the impact of a master's degree in physics on employability
  • Review job listings and statistics from Physics Today and AIP for non-academic roles
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This discussion is beneficial for recent physics graduates, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone exploring non-research career paths in science and technology fields.

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Well, in about 5 months I will be finishing my undergraduate physics career, and I have no idea what to do. I am not very interested in being a teacher, or researcher. I am interested in a high risk, high reward career. I also am not sure whether I should get my masters... How much more attractive is having a physics masters compared to a bachleors to employers? I say all this but I am really really intested in being an entrepeneur, however, I don't really have any ideas for a buisness. I do not LOVE physics, its interesting, along with economics, but I don't think its my vocation to get a doctorate of either. Any help would be appreciated.
 
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