Researching Careers
Using the Internet to research careers relating to specific majors or academic interests
There are a few key search terms that you can use to launch your own exploration of careers associated with various majors and academic interests. In the example below you can replace your specific interest(s) where the word 'Biology' appears. Regardless of what your major or academic interest may be, the steps below illustrate how you may want to approach your research.
Example
A student with an interest in biology:
STEP ONE: (Identify goal of research)
Goal of Research: To learn more about different careers relating to biology major.
STEP TWO: (Identify key words to use for search terms)
Key words used for Internet search:
- Biology careers
- Careers in biology
- Jobs in biology
- Association of biologists
- What to do with major in biology
- Occupational outlook biologists
- Alternative careers for biologists
What The Search Terms Yield:
The search terms yield links to all sorts of profiles on careers and jobs in biology. Some sites go into great detail about skills needed, typical work day, and related occupations and organizations.
The information about careers and majors is very useful when you are first learning about the range of careers that exist in relationship to your academic interests. The information you gather might also influence the courses that you want to take while at Wheaton and/or the experiences that you will seek beyond the classroom.
Develop your own research action plan- Click on the link below to begin researching your internship, volunteer, and employment interests.
Exploring potential careers related to your career and academic goals