Careers in Industry

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Industry, government, arts, nonprofits and non-faculty education careers are appealing and engaging options for any graduate student. Curious about what the world of work outside the Ivory Tower looks like? Wondering how to pursue jobs in these fields? Explore this section for guidance, resources and strategies to get you where you want to go – wherever that is. Your time in academia has honed many skills that can be applied in any number of career paths. Start here to begin your search for the next chapter of your working life.

Career exploration resources


Humanities and Social Sciences

  • : Career planning and exploration tool for humanities and social science PhDs
  • : A media commons project for people who hold doctorates in the humanities who want to explore alternative career paths
  • : Job opportunities in educational research and administration
  • Ìý²¹²Ô»åÌý: Nonprofit organizations

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

  • : Organization of science centers and museums dedicated to furthering public engagement with science
  • : Biotech and pharmaceutical careers
  • : Features jobs across Colorado in life sciences
  • ÌýWorldwide economics departments and think tanks
  • ÌýExplore career possibilities and set goals in the sciences
  • ÌýTop national labs and centers
  • ÌýJobs in math, science and engineering