Career Development Resources

Career Roadmaps

These roadmaps connect each Eberly major to the skills, experiences, keywords, early-career roles and industries that can shape your next steps.

They aren’t meant to limit you to one path. Use them as a practical starting point for exploring careers and for conversations with your Career Development coach. Select your major to open its roadmap.

Keep in mind

Career paths vary based on interests, experiences, coursework, internships, research, and additional education. Some careers listed may require graduate or professional education, certification, or licensure.

Natural sciences, math & data

Biochemistry

Great for

Students who enjoy chemistry, biology, laboratory science, molecular processes, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and health-related research.

Skills to build early

Wet-lab techniques
PCR and molecular methods
Chromatography basics
Protein/cell analysis
Laboratory safety
Data interpretation
Scientific writing
Quality control

Early career roles

Research Associate I
Biochemistry Laboratory Technician
Quality Control Analyst
Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Biotechnology Manufacturing Associate
Sample Preparation Technician

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Undergraduate research
- Lab assistant work
- Lab safety training
- Faculty research projects
Internship / applied experience
- Biotechnology
- Pharmaceutical
- Clinical lab
- Quality control
- Summer research experience
Early career
- Research Associate I
- Laboratory Technician
- Quality Control Analyst
- Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Advanced / specialized
- Biochemist
- Medical Scientist
- Pharmaceutical Scientist
- Biotechnology Scientist
- Clinical Laboratory Director

Industries that hire graduates

Biotechnology companies
Pharmaceutical companies
Clinical and diagnostic laboratories
Research universities
Government laboratories
Food, chemical, and manufacturing labs

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Biochemistry
Molecular biology
PCR
Cell culture
Protein analysis
Chromatography
Quality control
Research associate

Good to know: Clinical laboratory scientist/technologist roles may require specific certification or licensure depending on employer and state.

Biology

Great for

Students interested in living systems, health, genetics, ecology, conservation, biotechnology, laboratory work, and field research.

Skills to build early

Biological lab techniques
Microscopy
Field sampling
Data analysis
Scientific communication
Research design
Specimen handling
Team-based problem solving

Early career roles

Biological Technician
Research Laboratory Assistant
Environmental Field Technician
Clinical Research Assistant
Specimen Processing Technician
Quality Assurance Laboratory Technician

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Research lab work
- Field work
- Biology club activities
- Health or environmental volunteering
Internship / applied experience
- Research
- Environmental
- Healthcare
- Conservation
- Biotech
Early career
- Biological Technician
- Research Assistant
- Environmental Field Technician
- Clinical Research Assistant
Advanced / specialized
- Biologist
- Wildlife Biologist
- Conservation Scientist
- Genetic Counselor
- Physician
- Dentist
- Research Scientist

Industries that hire graduates

Healthcare and clinical research
Biotechnology and pharmaceuticals
Environmental consulting
Government agencies
Conservation organizations
Research institutions

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Biological sciences
Genetics
Ecology
Molecular biology
Biotechnology
Field research
Clinical research
Environmental science

Good to know: Professional health careers and many research scientist roles typically require graduate or professional education.

Biology (Pre-Medical)

Great for

Students planning for medical, dental, veterinary, physician assistant, pharmacy, optometry, or other health professional programs.

Skills to build early

Patient communication
Clinical observation
Scientific reasoning
Lab techniques
Ethical decision-making
Time management
Documentation
Teamwork

Early career roles

Medical Scribe
Patient Care Technician
Clinical Research Assistant
Emergency Medical Technician
Certified Nursing Assistant
Laboratory Technician

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Clinical volunteering
- Shadowing
- Research
- Service
- Pre-health advising
- Strong science coursework
Internship / applied experience
- Clinical research
- Hospital
- Community health
- Public health
- EMT
- CNA
- Medical scribe experience
Early career
- Medical Scribe
- Patient Care Technician
- Clinical Research Coordinator
- EMT
- Laboratory Technician
Advanced / specialized
- Physician
- Dentist
- Physician Assistant
- Veterinarian
- Pharmacist
- Optometrist
- Public Health Physician

Industries that hire graduates

Hospitals and health systems
Clinics and community health centers
Academic medical centers
Clinical research organizations
Public health agencies
Veterinary and dental practices

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Clinical experience
Patient care
Shadowing
Medical scribe
EMT
Clinical research
Healthcare
Anatomy and physiology

Good to know: Professional health careers require admission to graduate or professional programs and often licensure.

Chemistry

Great for

Students who enjoy laboratory problem solving, chemical analysis, materials, environmental testing, pharmaceuticals, and quality control.

Skills to build early

Analytical chemistry
Instrumentation
Lab safety
Titration/sample preparation
Data interpretation
Scientific writing
Quality control
Problem solving

Early career roles

Chemical Technician
Quality Control Chemist
Laboratory Analyst
Environmental Testing Analyst
Materials Testing Technician
Research Laboratory Assistant

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Chemistry labs
- Undergraduate research
- Lab assistant roles
- Safety training
Internship / applied experience
- Chemical manufacturing
- Environmental testing
- Pharmaceutical
- Materials
- Quality lab
Early career
- Chemical Technician
- Quality Control Chemist
- Laboratory Analyst
- Environmental Testing Analyst
Advanced / specialized
- Chemist
- Materials Scientist
- Toxicologist
- Research Scientist
- Quality Assurance Manager

Industries that hire graduates

Chemical manufacturing
Pharmaceuticals
Environmental testing laboratories
Government laboratories
Food and consumer product testing
Materials and energy companies

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Analytical chemistry
Quality control
Spectroscopy
Chromatography
Chemical analysis
R&D
Manufacturing
Environmental testing

Data Science

Great for

Students who enjoy using data, programming, statistics, visualization, and analytical thinking to solve real-world problems.

Skills to build early

Python or R
SQL
Statistics
Data visualization
Machine learning basics
Data cleaning
Communication of results
Problem solving

Early career roles

Data Analyst
Business Intelligence Analyst
Research Data Analyst
Junior Data Scientist
Reporting Analyst
SQL Analyst

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Coding projects
- Research
- Analytics portfolios
- Data competitions
- Statistics coursework
Internship / applied experience
- Data analytics
- Business intelligence
- Research
- Software
- Healthcare analytics
- Finance analytics
Early career
- Data Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Research Data Analyst
- Junior Data Scientist
Advanced / specialized
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Analytics Manager
- AI Product Analyst
- Quantitative Analyst

Industries that hire graduates

Technology companies
Healthcare analytics
Financial services
Government and public policy
Consulting firms
Manufacturing and logistics

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Data analytics
SQL
Python
R
Business intelligence
Machine learning
Dashboarding
Predictive analytics

Earth & Environmental Science

Great for

Students interested in geology, water, climate, natural resources, environmental protection, energy, and field-based scientific work.

Skills to build early

Field sampling
GIS mapping
Environmental data analysis
Scientific writing
Water/soil sampling
Geologic interpretation
Problem solving
Safety procedures

Early career roles

Environmental Scientist I
Geological Technician
GIS Technician
Hydrologic Technician
Environmental Compliance Technician
Water Quality Technician

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Field labs
- GIS projects
- Environmental volunteering
- Research
- Outdoor field experience
Internship / applied experience
- Environmental consulting
- Energy
- Government
- Geotechnical
- Water resources
- Conservation
Early career
- Environmental Scientist
- Geological Technician
- GIS Technician
- Hydrologic Technician
Advanced / specialized
- Geoscientist
- Hydrologist
- Environmental Consultant
- Environmental Compliance Manager
- Natural Resource Manager

Industries that hire graduates

Environmental consulting firms
Government environmental agencies
Energy and natural resource companies
Engineering and geotechnical firms
Water resource organizations
Conservation nonprofits

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Environmental science
Geology
Hydrology
GIS
Environmental compliance
Natural resources
Field research
Sustainability

Mathematics

Great for

Students who enjoy quantitative reasoning, modeling, logic, statistics, finance, analytics, technology, teaching, and research.

Skills to build early

Mathematical modeling
Statistics
Programming
Data analysis
Logical reasoning
Problem solving
Technical communication
Quantitative research

Early career roles

Actuarial Analyst Trainee
Data Analyst
Statistical Assistant
Quantitative Research Assistant
Operations Research Analyst Assistant
Math Tutor or Learning Specialist

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Math modeling projects
- Tutoring
- Research
- Coding
- Actuarial exam preparation if relevant
Internship / applied experience
- Analytics
- Finance
- Insurance
- Technology
- Education
- Research
Early career
- Actuarial Analyst Trainee
- Data Analyst
- Statistical Assistant
- Quantitative Research Assistant
Advanced / specialized
- Actuary
- Statistician
- Operations Research Analyst
- Quantitative Analyst
- Data Scientist
- Mathematics Teacher

Industries that hire graduates

Insurance and actuarial services
Finance and banking
Technology and analytics
Government agencies
Research organizations
Education

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Quantitative analysis
Statistics
Actuarial science
Risk analysis
Modeling
Data analytics
Optimization
Mathematics

Good to know: Actuary roles usually require passing professional actuarial exams; teaching roles require certification/licensure.

Neuroscience

Great for

Students interested in the brain, nervous system, behavior, biology, psychology, healthcare, research, and biotechnology.

Skills to build early

Laboratory research
Data analysis
Behavioral research methods
Scientific writing
Research design
Biological concepts
Critical thinking
Collaboration

Early career roles

Research Technician
Clinical Research Assistant
Behavioral Research Assistant
Neuroscience Laboratory Technician
Biological Technician
Data Collection Specialist

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Neuroscience lab work
- Psychology/biology research
- Clinical volunteering
- Data projects
Internship / applied experience
- Research lab
- Clinical research
- Biotech
- Pharmaceutical
- Behavioral health
- Healthcare
Early career
- Research Technician
- Clinical Research Assistant
- Behavioral Research Assistant
- Laboratory Technician
Advanced / specialized
- Neuroscientist
- Physician
- Neuropsychologist
- Medical Scientist
- Biotechnology Research Scientist

Industries that hire graduates

Research universities
Academic medical centers
Biotechnology companies
Pharmaceutical companies
Healthcare systems
Government research agencies

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Neuroscience
Neurobiology
Clinical research
Behavioral research
Laboratory research
Biotechnology
Cognitive science
Brain science

Good to know: Many clinical and independent research careers require graduate or professional education.

Physics

Great for

Students interested in matter, energy, motion, space, engineering applications, technology, data, healthcare physics, and research.

Skills to build early

Mathematical modeling
Programming
Experimental design
Instrumentation
Data analysis
Problem solving
Technical writing
Computational thinking

Early career roles

Physics Laboratory Technician
Research Assistant
Data Analyst
Engineering Technician
Test and Measurement Technician
Radiation Safety Technician

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Physics labs
- Computational projects
- Research
- Engineering-related clubs
- Tutoring
Internship / applied experience
- Research
- Engineering
- Energy
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Medical physics
- Data
Early career
- Physics Laboratory Technician
- Research Assistant
- Data Analyst
- Engineering Technician
Advanced / specialized
- Physicist
- Medical Physicist
- Optical Engineer
- Research Scientist
- Aerospace Engineer
- Radiation Safety Specialist

Industries that hire graduates

Research and development
Aerospace and defense
Energy and utilities
Technology and electronics
Healthcare and medical physics
Government laboratories

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Applied physics
Computational physics
Modeling
Simulation
Instrumentation
Data analysis
Optics
Research and development

Good to know: Physicist, medical physicist, and engineering roles may require graduate education, licensure, or additional engineering training.

Forensic science

Forensic & Investigative Science

Great for

Students interested in applying science to evidence analysis, crime scene investigation, laboratory testing, and investigative support.

Skills to build early

Evidence documentation
Chain of custody
Laboratory analysis
Crime scene photography
Attention to detail
Scientific writing
Ethics
Quality assurance

Early career roles

Forensic Science Technician
Crime Scene Technician
Evidence Technician
Forensic Laboratory Assistant
Latent Print Technician
Toxicology Laboratory Assistant

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Forensic science labs
- Mock crime scene experience
- Lab assistant work
- Research
Internship / applied experience
- Crime lab
- Medical examiner
- Law enforcement
- Forensic consulting
- Laboratory
Early career
- Forensic Science Technician
- Crime Scene Technician
- Evidence Technician
- Laboratory Analyst
Advanced / specialized
- Forensic Scientist
- Crime Scene Supervisor
- Laboratory Supervisor
- Forensic Consultant

Industries that hire graduates

Crime laboratories
Law enforcement agencies
Medical examiner or coroner offices
Government laboratories
Private forensic laboratories
Legal and investigative services

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Forensic science
Crime scene investigation
Evidence collection
Chain of custody
Laboratory analysis
Forensic analysis
Crime laboratory
Quality assurance

Good to know: Many forensic roles require background checks, specialized training, and may require certification depending on employer.

Forensic Biology

Great for

Students interested in biological evidence, DNA analysis, serology, molecular methods, and laboratory work connected to investigations.

Skills to build early

DNA extraction basics
Molecular biology
Serology concepts
Evidence handling
Microscopy
Lab documentation
Quality assurance
Scientific writing

Early career roles

DNA Laboratory Technician
Forensic Biology Technician
Evidence Technician
Serology Laboratory Assistant
Molecular Biology Laboratory Assistant
Quality Assurance Laboratory Assistant

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Biology and forensic labs
- Undergraduate research
- Lab safety training
- Evidence documentation practice
Internship / applied experience
- Forensic biology
- DNA lab
- Medical examiner
- Clinical lab
- Research lab
Early career
- DNA Laboratory Technician
- Forensic Biology Technician
- Evidence Technician
- Laboratory Analyst
Advanced / specialized
- DNA Analyst
- Forensic Biologist
- Forensic Laboratory Supervisor
- Molecular Biology Scientist

Industries that hire graduates

Crime laboratories
DNA testing laboratories
Medical examiner offices
Government laboratories
Private forensic labs
Research and clinical laboratories

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Forensic biology
DNA analysis
Serology
Molecular biology
Evidence handling
PCR
Crime laboratory
Biological evidence

Forensic Chemistry

Great for

Students interested in chemical analysis of evidence, controlled substances, toxicology, trace evidence, and laboratory instrumentation.

Skills to build early

Analytical chemistry
Chromatography
Mass spectrometry concepts
Toxicology basics
Sample preparation
Lab safety
Data interpretation
Quality control

Early career roles

Forensic Chemistry Technician
Toxicology Laboratory Assistant
Drug Chemistry Analyst Trainee
Trace Evidence Laboratory Assistant
Analytical Laboratory Technician
Quality Control Chemist

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Chemistry labs
- Forensic chemistry coursework
- Lab assistant work
- Instrumentation exposure
Internship / applied experience
- Crime lab
- Toxicology lab
- Analytical testing
- Pharmaceutical
- Environmental lab
Early career
- Forensic Chemistry Technician
- Toxicology Laboratory Assistant
- Drug Chemistry Analyst Trainee
- Laboratory Analyst
Advanced / specialized
- Forensic Chemist
- Toxicologist
- Trace Evidence Analyst
- Laboratory Supervisor

Industries that hire graduates

Crime laboratories
Medical examiner toxicology labs
Government laboratories
Private analytical laboratories
Pharmaceutical laboratories
Environmental testing laboratories

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Forensic chemistry
Drug analysis
Toxicology
Trace evidence
Chromatography
Mass spectrometry
Controlled substances
Analytical chemistry

Forensic Examiner

Great for

Students interested in documenting, collecting, comparing, and interpreting evidence through crime scene, latent print, pattern, digital, or investigative support specialties.

Skills to build early

Evidence documentation
Photography
Observation
Report writing
Chain of custody
Interviewing basics
Critical thinking
Ethics

Early career roles

Crime Scene Technician
Evidence Specialist
Latent Print Technician
Investigative Assistant
Property and Evidence Technician
Forensic Photography Assistant

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Mock investigations
- Evidence documentation practice
- Forensic coursework
- Observation and report-writing experience
Internship / applied experience
- Law enforcement
- Crime scene unit
- Evidence room
- Medical examiner
- Investigative support
Early career
- Crime Scene Technician
- Evidence Specialist
- Latent Print Technician
- Investigative Assistant
Advanced / specialized
- Forensic Examiner
- Crime Scene Supervisor
- Latent Print Examiner
- Digital Evidence Specialist

Industries that hire graduates

Law enforcement agencies
Crime laboratories
Medical examiner offices
Government investigative agencies
Legal and investigative services
Private forensic consulting

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Forensic examiner
Crime scene technician
Latent prints
Evidence documentation
Chain of custody
Investigations
Evidence technician
Forensic analysis

Good to know: Specialty examiner roles often require employer-specific training, proficiency testing, and experience.

Humanities, communication & writing

Communication Studies

Great for

Students interested in interpersonal communication, leadership, organizational communication, public relations, training, recruiting, and media strategy.

Skills to build early

Public speaking
Strategic messaging
Writing for audiences
Interviewing
Conflict communication
Presentation design
Relationship building
Project coordination

Early career roles

Communications Specialist
Public Relations Assistant
Internal Communications Assistant
Talent Acquisition Assistant
Training and Development Assistant
Social Media Coordinator

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Campus leadership
- Presentations
- Student media
- Event support
- Service learning
Internship / applied experience
- Communications
- PR
- HR
- Marketing
- Nonprofit
- Government
- Media
Early career
- Communications Specialist
- Public Relations Assistant
- Talent Acquisition Assistant
- Training Assistant
Advanced / specialized
- Communications Manager
- Public Relations Director
- Corporate Trainer
- Employee Engagement Manager

Industries that hire graduates

Corporate communications departments
Public relations and marketing agencies
Media organizations
Healthcare organizations
Government and public affairs offices
Nonprofits and higher education

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Corporate communications
Public relations
Internal communications
Media relations
Recruiting
Training
Community relations
Stakeholder engagement

English

Great for

Students who enjoy writing, reading, research, language, storytelling, editing, analysis, and communicating ideas clearly.

Skills to build early

Professional writing
Editing and proofreading
Research
Close reading
Audience analysis
Content development
Critical thinking
Project management

Early career roles

Editorial Assistant
Content Writer
Copywriter
Communications Assistant
Grant Writing Assistant
Publishing Assistant

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Writing samples
- Campus publications
- Tutoring
- Literary events
- Portfolio development
Internship / applied experience
- Publishing
- Communications
- Marketing
- Nonprofit
- Grant writing
- Content
Early career
- Editorial Assistant
- Content Writer
- Communications Assistant
- Grant Writing Assistant
Advanced / specialized
- Editor
- Technical Writer
- Communications Manager
- Content Strategist
- Author
- Development Writer

Industries that hire graduates

Publishing and media
Marketing and advertising
Corporate communications
Nonprofit organizations
Government communications
Education and higher education

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Content writing
Editing
Copywriting
Publishing
Communications
Grant writing
Digital content
Editorial assistant

History

Great for

Students who enjoy research, interpreting evidence, writing, public history, archives, museums, law, education, and policy.

Skills to build early

Historical research
Archival research
Source evaluation
Professional writing
Public presentation
Digital humanities
Project management
Information literacy

Early career roles

Archives Technician
Museum Education Assistant
Historical Research Assistant
Records Management Assistant
Historic Preservation Assistant
Library Assistant

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Archives work
- History research papers
- Museum volunteering
- Digital history projects
Internship / applied experience
- Museum
- Archive
- Library
- Government
- Historic preservation
- Policy
Early career
- Archives Technician
- Museum Education Assistant
- Research Assistant
- Records Management Assistant
Advanced / specialized
- Historian
- Archivist
- Museum Curator
- Historic Preservation Specialist
- Policy Analyst
- Attorney

Industries that hire graduates

Museums and archives
Libraries
Government agencies
Historical societies
Cultural resource organizations
Education and legal services

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Historical research
Archives
Public history
Museum education
Records management
Cultural resources
Policy research
Digital humanities

Good to know: Archivist, professor, attorney, and some museum curator roles typically require graduate or professional education.

Philosophy

Great for

Students who enjoy reasoning, ethics, debate, writing, logic, law, public policy, technology ethics, and complex problem solving.

Skills to build early

Logical reasoning
Ethical analysis
Argumentation
Writing
Research
Critical thinking
Public speaking
Analytical reading

Early career roles

Legal Assistant
Policy Research Assistant
Compliance Assistant
Ethics Program Assistant
Grant Research Assistant
Public Affairs Assistant

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Writing-intensive coursework
- Debate
- Ethics projects
- Pre-law activities
- Research
Internship / applied experience
- Legal
- Policy
- Compliance
- Nonprofit
- Government
- Ethics-related
Early career
- Legal Assistant
- Policy Research Assistant
- Compliance Assistant
- Ethics Program Assistant
Advanced / specialized
- Attorney
- Ethics Officer
- Policy Analyst
- Professor
- Compliance Manager
- Public Affairs Specialist

Industries that hire graduates

Law and legal services
Government and policy organizations
Healthcare ethics and compliance
Business compliance departments
Nonprofit advocacy
Higher education

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Ethics
Policy analysis
Compliance
Legal research
Critical analysis
Logic
Research
Public policy

Good to know: Attorney and professor roles require professional or graduate education.

Professional Writing & Editing

Great for

Students who want careers writing, editing, organizing, and improving content for professional audiences across industries.

Skills to build early

Editing
Copywriting
Content strategy
Document design
Research
AP/style guide use
Project management
Audience analysis

Early career roles

Copy Editor
Content Writer
Editorial Assistant
Communications Specialist
Grant Writing Assistant
Digital Content Specialist

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Writing portfolio
- Campus publication work
- Editing projects
- Digital content samples
Internship / applied experience
- Publishing
- Communications
- Marketing
- Technical writing
- Nonprofit
- Grant writing
Early career
- Copy Editor
- Content Writer
- Editorial Assistant
- Communications Specialist
Advanced / specialized
- Managing Editor
- Senior Content Strategist
- Technical Writer
- Communications Director
- UX Content Designer

Industries that hire graduates

Publishing and media
Marketing and advertising
Technology companies
Healthcare communications
Nonprofit development offices
Corporate communications

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Copy editing
Content strategy
Technical writing
Publishing
Digital content
Grant writing
UX writing
Communications

Scientific & Technical Writing

Great for

Students who enjoy translating complex scientific, medical, or technical information into clear documents for users, professionals, and organizations.

Skills to build early

Technical documentation
Scientific editing
Document design
Interviewing subject-matter experts
Research
Plain language writing
Project management
Attention to detail

Early career roles

Technical Writer
Documentation Specialist
Medical Writing Assistant
Regulatory Documentation Assistant
Instructional Content Developer
Scientific Communications Assistant

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Technical writing portfolio
- Science writing samples
- Documentation projects
- Editing work
Internship / applied experience
- Technical writing
- Medical writing
- Regulatory documentation
- Engineering documentation
- Research communications
Early career
- Technical Writer
- Documentation Specialist
- Medical Writing Assistant
- Regulatory Documentation Assistant
Advanced / specialized
- Senior Technical Writer
- Medical Writer
- Regulatory Writer
- Documentation Manager
- Content Design Lead

Industries that hire graduates

Technology companies
Healthcare and medical communications
Engineering firms
Government contractors
Manufacturing companies
Research organizations

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Technical writing
Scientific writing
Medical writing
Regulatory writing
Documentation
User guides
Instructional materials
Content development

Secondary education

English Secondary Education

Great for

Students who want to teach English language arts while building strengths in literacy, writing instruction, curriculum, communication, and student support.

Skills to build early

Lesson planning
Classroom management
Literacy instruction
Assessment
Instructional technology
Public speaking
Feedback and coaching
Collaboration

Early career roles

Secondary English Teacher
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Literacy Tutor
Writing Center Tutor
Curriculum Assistant
Educational Content Assistant

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Field placements
- Tutoring
- Education coursework
- Writing center or mentoring experience
Internship / applied experience
- Student teaching
- Tutoring
- After-school programs
- Literacy programs
- Curriculum support
Early career
- Secondary English Teacher
- Long-Term Substitute Teacher
- Literacy Tutor
- Curriculum Assistant
Advanced / specialized
- Department Chair
- Instructional Coach
- Curriculum Specialist
- School Administrator
- Reading Specialist

Industries that hire graduates

Public school systems
Private and independent schools
Online education providers
Tutoring and learning centers
Educational nonprofits
Educational publishing

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

English teacher
Language arts
Curriculum development
Literacy instruction
Classroom management
Student assessment
Educational technology
Secondary education

Good to know: Teaching in public schools requires completion of educator preparation requirements and state certification/licensure.

Interdisciplinary degrees

Integrated Studies

Great for

Students who combine multiple academic areas and want flexibility for careers requiring broad thinking, communication, leadership, and applied problem solving.

Skills to build early

Interdisciplinary analysis
Project management
Research
Professional communication
Leadership
Problem solving
Collaboration
Adaptability

Early career roles

Operations Assistant
Project Assistant
Client Services Specialist
Training Assistant
Administrative Analyst
Community Engagement Specialist

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Intentional course planning
- Internships
- Leadership roles
- Applied projects
- Portfolio development
Internship / applied experience
- Business operations
- Nonprofit
- Government
- Healthcare administration
- Higher education
- Project support
Early career
- Operations Assistant
- Project Assistant
- Client Services Specialist
- Training Assistant
Advanced / specialized
- Operations Manager
- Project Manager
- Training Manager
- Community Engagement Manager
- Organizational Leader

Industries that hire graduates

Business operations
Healthcare administration
Government agencies
Nonprofit organizations
Higher education
Human resources and training

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Interdisciplinary studies
Project support
Operations
Research
Client services
Training
Community engagement
Administrative analysis

Multidisciplinary Studies

Great for

Students who want to connect several academic areas into a flexible degree that supports broad career exploration and applied skills.

Skills to build early

Interdisciplinary thinking
Communication
Research
Leadership
Project management
Teamwork
Professionalism
Adaptability

Early career roles

Project Assistant
Operations Assistant
Community Engagement Specialist
Training Assistant
Administrative Analyst
Client Services Specialist

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Intentional area-of-emphasis planning
- Internships
- Campus leadership
- Portfolio development
Internship / applied experience
- Business
- Nonprofit
- Government
- Higher education
- Healthcare administration
- Community organization
Early career
- Project Assistant
- Operations Assistant
- Community Engagement Specialist
- Training Assistant
Advanced / specialized
- Project Manager
- Operations Manager
- Human Resources Specialist
- Nonprofit Manager
- Training Manager

Industries that hire graduates

Business operations
Nonprofit organizations
Government agencies
Healthcare administration
Higher education
Human resources and training

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Multidisciplinary studies
Project coordination
Operations
Research
Administration
Community engagement
Training
Client services

Regents Bachelor of Arts

Great for

Adult and nontraditional students who want to translate prior learning, work experience, and broad academic study into career mobility.

Skills to build early

Professional communication
Leadership
Project management
Workplace technology
Customer/client service
Problem solving
Organization
Adaptability

Early career roles

Operations Coordinator
Workforce Development Assistant
Training Coordinator
Administrative Analyst
Client Services Supervisor
Human Resources Assistant

Sample career roadmap

Student experience
- Prior work experience
- Intentional electives
- Internship if needed
- Portfolio and resume translation
Internship / applied experience
- Career-aligned experiential learning
- Business
- Healthcare
- Government
- Nonprofit
- Education
Early career
- Operations Coordinator
- Workforce Development Assistant
- Training Coordinator
- Administrative Analyst
Advanced / specialized
- Operations Manager
- Training Manager
- Human Resources Specialist
- Program Manager
- Department Supervisor

Industries that hire graduates

Business operations
Healthcare administration
Government agencies
Nonprofit organizations
Education and training
Human resources

Keywords

For resumes, LinkedIn and job searches

Operations
Administration
Training
Project support
Client services
Leadership
Workforce development
Team supervision

About these roadmaps

Each roadmap connects a major to skills, search keywords, early-career roles and hiring industries, rather than a single job title. Career titles, industries and skill areas were reviewed against:

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook: occupational descriptions, education expectations and industry context
O*NET OnLine: occupation families, skills, tasks, knowledge areas and related occupations
NACE Career Readiness Competencies: career-ready skill language used across higher education and employers

Build a roadmap that’s yours

These examples aren’t exhaustive. Meet with Eberly Career Development to personalize your roadmap based on your interests, coursework, experience, location, graduate or professional school plans and employer expectations.

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