Careers in Science

Thinking about a career in a science field? | Wondering what careers are available in science?

The Bureau of Labor & Statistics has some great information on their website, including information on careers such as Pilot, Pharmacist, Chemist, Engineering Technician, and Environmental Scientist.

The American Chemical Society also has a website with career information, including profiles, career descriptions, and salary surveys.

And check out what's involved in being a civil engineer on the ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers) website.

Visit these interactive websites to discover your passion for science!

STEM Stories

Profiles on past and present pioneers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

STEM Careers

Online games which encourage Middle School and High School students to explore careers in STEM fields.

STEM Careers (for Latina women - in Spanish)

EPA website that talks about Latina women to potential STEM careers.

Engineer Girl

Turn imagination into reality with a future in engineering! This site is to help encourage women to enter into the engineering field. Read about the Engineer Girl essay contest, find out information about engineering careers, view profiles of women engineers, and find out what classes to take in high school to pursue an engineering career. Also click on links to view engineers exploring the galaxy, to talking to engineers about any questions that you may have! This site has been brought to you by The National Academy of Sciences.

Kids Do Ecology

Learn about ecology! Find out what ecologists do, what a work day is like for an ecologist, how you can become an ecologist, how much an ecologist gets paid, types of careers in ecology, where ecologists work, and information on other environmental careers. This site has been brought to you by Kids Do Ecology, and NCEAS.

Become a Civil Engineer

The American Society of Civil Engineers website asks, "Do you like games? Can't refuse a good challenge? Try civil engineering out for yourself." This site has lots of fun ways to see what civil engineering is all about. Watch out - you might learn something!

Careers - Government Site

Find all kinds of career opportunities - for instance: A Day in the Life of a Special Agent - Special Agents have many different responsibilities, including community outreach, investigation, and continuous training. Learn what one particular day in the life of an Agent in Washington, D.C., may be. From the Federal Citizen Information Center.

Science Buddies

Want to know more about careers in science, technology, engineering, or math? Browse through detailed information on over 100 careers to discover what scientists really do and what it takes to prepare for these careers. Each career profile provides basic career information such as salary, job outlook, degree requirements, etc.