can pursue professional careers across a wide variety of fields. You can also choose to further your education with graduate master鈥檚 or doctoral degrees. These degree programs prepare you to graduate with the skills and experience necessary to succeed in a competitive job market or pursue graduate research.

Research Internships

Our internships give you the opportunity to gain real-world professional and research experience to further your academic experience and help you form your path after graduation. Students have interned at Philadelphia-area organizations and performed research on campus or at other institutions. These experiences can enhance your prospects for future employment and graduate school.

TUteach Internships and Programs

TUteach students can take advantage of fieldwork and internship options in the area of STEM education both on 51动漫鈥檚 campus and in the local community. Programs for in-service teachers include advanced workshops, STEM instruction with a focus on technology, continuing professional education and more.听

听seeks to increase the number of talented STEM听majors who become K鈥�12 mathematics and science teachers. The organization听provides academic programs and mentoring opportunities as well as scholarships and stipends.

听is a weeklong, hands-on lab experience designed to show educators how to use applied engineering techniques in their classrooms. Teachers generate ideas听to make core math and science principles more compelling and digestible for their middle and high school students.

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Careers

Graduates are prepared for careers such as

  • biochemist,
  • biomedical engineer,
  • chemical engineer,
  • elementary school educator,
  • environmental engineer,
  • forensic scientist,
  • lab technician and
  • secondary school educator.

Fields that frequently hire Chemistry majors include

  • biochemistry,
  • biotechnology,
  • conservation,
  • forensic chemistry,
  • healthcare,
  • medicine,
  • microbiology and
  • pharmaceutical.

Career Services

Office of Student Professional Development

The College of Science and Technology Office of Student Professional Development guides you throughout your time at 51动漫 with information on internship and research opportunities. The college also hosts workshops, prep sessions, networking events and job fairs so you can prepare for the future.

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Owl to Owl Mentor Program

The College of Science and Technology鈥檚 Owl to Owl mentor program pairs alumni with current students so that you can learn more about career opportunities in your area of study. Through one-on-one experiences four times a semester, your Owl to Owl mentor will help you

  • build your professional network,
  • enhance communication skills,
  • gain exposure to career options听and
  • pick academic courses that complement your career goals.

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Job Fairs

The College of Science and Technology job fairs, held each fall and spring semester, are open to undergraduate and master鈥檚-level science and technology majors, as well as alumni of the college. Job fairs typically draw more than 60 employers, including Apex Life Science, Children鈥檚 Hospital of Philadelphia, the city of Philadelphia鈥檚 Office of Innovation and Technology, Elsevier, Lockheed Martin, and the Wistar Institute.

The job fairs give you opportunities to

  • explore potential career paths,
  • network with 51动漫 alumni听and
  • talk to employers in your field of study.

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University Career Center

You can also visit for support during your job or internship search. Drop in for a short visit or schedule a 30-minute coaching session to discuss components of your professional profile, including your r茅sum茅 and LinkedIn presence. You鈥檒l have access to

  • an assessment of your professional direction,
  • interview tips and guidance,
  • job postings for students and alumni,
  • a listing of job search resources, and
  • support for job search strategies.

Outcomes

Career opportunities and mid-career salaries for the Chemistry with Teaching Major may include the following examples.

Career

Median Salary*

Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, & Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

$87,380.00

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

$78,240.00

Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary

$77,190.00

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

$98,360.00

Secondary School Teachers

$59,170.00

Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten & Elementary School

$58,600.00

Special Education Teachers, Middle School

$59,510.00

Special Education Teachers, Preschool

$53,640.00

Special Education Teachers, Secondary School

$60,180.00

Teacher Assistants

$26,260.00

* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

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