Mathematics

At IC/US

101 Careers in Mathematics. IC/US Career Reference Call Number: QA10.5 .A15
Profiles 101 professionals with backgrounds in Mathematics. An excellent overview of possible careers for Math majors.

Careers for Number Crunchers and Other Quantitative Types. IC/US Career Reference Call Number: QA10.5 .B87
Outlines broad career categories for people who are good with numbers.

Great Jobs for Math Majors. IC/US Career Reference Call Number: QA10.5 .L36
Provides help with cover letters and resumes, networking, job selection, and more for recent grads with a degree in Mathematics. Also gives an overview for pursuing an advanced degree in Math.

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American Mathematical Society: Provides a job bulletin, career profiles, job listings, and more.
American Statistical Association: Career resources include FAQs related to statistical careers, current articles and publications, internships, sample resumes and job placement services. Career brochures are available on topics related to women and minorities in statistics.
Association for Women in Mathematics: A comprehensive resource for mathematicians and statisticians. Includes information related to grants, scholarships, and internships. Provides job descriptions, an overview of the field, and electronic job ads and employment resources.
National Security Agency: Click on "Career Paths" to find out why the NSA is the "country's leading employer of mathematicians."
Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics: Includes job postings, industry news, employment preparation tips, and job descriptions. Resource lists and links to professional contacts are provided.
Mathematics majors may also wish to view the Computers & Technology, Education, and Science web pages. For job postings and information about employers in mathematics, go to our online Job Resources.

Interested in graduate school? Take a look at our educational resources for information about finding the right graduate program,
admissions tests and applications, and financial aid.

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