Want some more in-depth information about preparing for a job or career? Check out this self-paced Canvas tutorial which includes the following modules:
More resources can be found in the Career Research Guide
Use these databases to search for information about different careers. You can find salary information, job duties and descriptions, education requirements, and more.
The following guides (PDF) provide assistance in getting started with using these databases:
Watch the video, Searching for Career Books and eBooks, for tips on using the library's OneSearch.
What can you do with a degree in math? This book addresses this question with 125 career profiles written by people with degrees and backgrounds in mathematics. With job titles ranging from sports analyst to science writer to inventory specialist to CEO, the volume provides ample evidence that one really can do nearly anything with a degree in mathematics.
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