What jobs are available for Astrophysics majors?

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The job market for Astrophysics majors primarily includes opportunities in research and computer programming. While many graduates pursue academic research roles, others successfully transition into programming positions after obtaining their Ph.D. The experiences shared in the discussion highlight the variability in job acquisition among individuals, with some finding consistent employment in tech-related fields.

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I was wondering what the job market would be for Astrophysics majors, I found some stuff already but all just saying research, nothing really too specific.
 
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rschleicher15 said:
I was wondering what the job market would be for Astrophysics majors, I found some stuff already but all just saying research, nothing really too specific.

I can't you help very much with undergraduate, but I've never had a particular problem getting work after getting my Ph.D. Other people have and this is one of those things in which everyone seems to have a different story.

In my situation, I've found work mostly in computer programming.
 

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