6 Cool Alternative Careers for STEM Majors to Consider

Working in a lab isn’t the only option for science majors. Check out these six unexpected but awesome STEM careers you should consider pursuing after college.

by Mark Rowh
Freelance Writer

Last Updated: Jun 27, 2022

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5 Awesome STEM Jobs That Let You Work from Home

Jobs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are in great demand these days. In fact, jobs in STEM fields are expected to grow 15% between now and 2031. With National Work From Home Day right around the corner, we thought …

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What Makes a Great STEM Student? 5 Ways to Become One

One bad experience with science or math shouldn’t ruin the disciplines for you forever. You can reclaim your identity as a great STEM student with this advice.

by Dr. Christopher Emdin
Professor of Education, University of Southern California

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A Guide to STEM Majors

Science, technology, engineering and math fields have many degree options and can lead to promising careers.

By Cole Claybourn

Aug. 25, 2023, at 3:59 p.m.

A Guide to STEM Majors

or career-minded students, few fields offer better job prospects than …

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5 High-Paying Careers in Biotechnology

While last year might have been a bit on the rocky side for the biotechnology industry, many companies are starting to find their footing again in 2023. The demand for biofuels is expected to rise over the next several years …

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10 Great Jobs for People With Biology Degrees—Because You Don’t Have to Be a Biologist

If you have a biology degree—or you’re about to get one—you may feel like there are only a few jobs that you’re suited for, and almost all of them require further schooling. But as a biology major, you’re qualified for …

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5 Great Career Paths in Mathematics

Mathematics is one of those subjects where you either love it or hate it, and it is notable for being one of the toughest majors out there. It might be easy to write mathematics off as being boring or even …

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Tips for Creating an Effective Engineering Resume

It goes without saying that a great resume will help distinguish you from the multitude of other applicants out there. Engineering resumes can be particularly tricky, and demand in the industry is high, which makes a stand-out resume even more …

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Influential Women in Tech and What We Can Learn From Them

In 1889, Anna Bissel became the first female CEO in the United States, breaking traditional gender roles and setting an example for generations of women to come. Fast forward to today, 10 percent  of Fortune 500 companies have female CEOs. …

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Finding Jobs in the Chemistry Field

The hunt for a job in the chemistry field can be a difficult process. A major reason for this is the abundance of jobs in the various sectors of the industry. Each chemistry job is drastically different. Often it is …

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