If you’re looking to make a career out of what you studied in college, you’ve come to the right place. In this first of a two part post, I share with you career options for undergraduates to work in industry and huge time commitment levels.
Are you an undergraduate student looking for a career in a STEM field? Getting a degree in a STEM field (science, technology, engineering and math) has never been more lucrative. From Google and Microsoft to Lockheed Martin, Boeing and other major corporations, STEM majors are in high demand. I’m sure you’ve heard the old adage that the hottest jobs are in tech. Here’s why: According to , there will be 1.4 million open computing jobs in 2020….
Where should you start looking for your first job or internship? These are the top options for undergraduates.
Careers for undergraduates
Many students dream of landing a good job while they are still in college. However, getting their finances straight and crafting the perfect resume is not necessarily an easy task.
They’re sent out of college with a set of bare-bones skills and almost no practical experience. Sound like your typical entry-level employee?
In the era of over-qualification, how do you find a meaningful and rewarding career?
With so many opportunities to explore, it’s worth considering various career paths before graduating. Nothing can narrow down your options like a degree but taking classes in the field you like can help you understand what you’d like to do.
One thing that was missing in our conversations was how to choose a major. Here are some ideas: (1) experiment with different options during your first two years, (2) choose something that you really enjoy doing, and not just the traditional “marketable” degrees such as econ and biology, (3) maintain good grades, and (4) focus on research and internships.
Almost every company that is hiring college graduates for internships wants to hear about your academic progress and the steps you’ve taken to achieve your goals. Misspellings are one thing, but like I said earlier, prepare yourself mentally and always double check, even if you’re writing on a deadline. It can be discouraging when you submit something and realize you’ve made a mistake or two, but it’s always worth it to go back and have it proofread.
Below is a list of design related positions that are typically filled by undergraduate students or new graduates. Even if your degree is not in the design field, your critical thinking, problem solving skills and eye for visual details may make you a thoughtful candidate for the positions listed below:
Career paths are far from set, and what you may be interested in now doesn’t mean you’ll still be interested in it ten years later. Explore your interests and passions, but don’t be afraid to stray off the beaten path as well.
