Careers in Science and Engineering: A Student Planning Guide to Grad School and Beyond [Paperback]

National Academy of Sciences (Author), National Academy of Engineering (Author), Institute of Medicine (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0309053935 | ISBN-13: 978-0309053938 | Publication Date: March 18, 1996

As science and technology advance, the needs of employers change, and these changes continually reshape the job market for scientists and engineers. Such shifts present challenges for students as they struggle to make well-informed education and career choices. "Careers in Science and Engineering" offers guidance to students on planning careers-particularly careers in nonacademic settings-and acquiring the education necessary to attain career goals. This booklet is designed for graduate science and engineering students currently in or soon to graduate from a university, as well as undergraduates in their third or fourth year of study who are deciding whether or not to pursue graduate education. The content has been reviewed by a number of student focus groups and an advisory committee that included students and representatives of several disciplinary societies. "Careers in Science and Engineering" offers advice on not only surviving but also enjoying a science- or engineering-related education and career- how to find out about possible careers to pursue, choose a graduate school, select a research project, work with advisers, balance breadth against specialization, obtain funding, evaluate postdoctoral appointments, build skills, and more. Throughout, "Careers in Science and Engineering" lists resources and suggests people to interview in order to gather the information and insights needed to make good education and career choices. The booklet also offers profiles of science and engineering professionals in a variety of careers. "Careers in Science and Engineering" will be important to undergraduate and graduate students who have decided to pursue a career in science and engineering or related areas. It will also be of interest to faculty, counselors, and education administrators.

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Book Description

As science and technology advance, the needs of employers change, and these changes continually reshape the job market for scientists and engineers. Such shifts present challenges for students as they struggle to make well-informed education and career choices. Careers in Science and Engineering offers guidance to students on planning careers--particularly careers in nonacademic settings--and acquiring the education necessary to attain career goals. This booklet is designed for graduate science and engineering students currently in or soon to graduate from a university, as well as undergraduates in their third or fourth year of study who are deciding whether or not to pursue graduate education. The content has been reviewed by a number of student focus groups and an advisory committee that included students and representatives of several disciplinary societies. Careers in Science and Engineering offers advice on not only surviving but also enjoying a science- or engineering-related education and career-- how to find out about possible careers to pursue, choose a graduate school, select a research project, work with advisers, balance breadth against specialization, obtain funding, evaluate postdoctoral appointments, build skills, and more. Throughout, Careers in Science and Engineering lists resources and suggests people to interview in order to gather the information and insights needed to make good education and career choices. The booklet also offers profiles of science and engineering professionals in a variety of careers. Careers in Science and Engineering will be important to undergraduate and graduate students who have decided to pursue a career in science and engineering or related areas. It will also be of interest to faculty, counselors, and education administrators.

About the Author

National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, and Institute of Medicine

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: National Academies Press (March 18, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0309053935
• ISBN-13: 978-0309053938
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,059,809 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #59 in Books > Business & Investing > Job Hunting & Careers > Business School Guides

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4.0 out of 5 stars Helpful, July 24, 2001

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This review is from: Careers in Science and Engineering: A Student Planning Guide to Grad School and Beyond (Paperback)

Reading this book proved very useful for my decisions. I picked it up a while ago and read through it while I was trying to decide what I should do in regards to science and grad school. This book's great tips, were a large influence in my chosing to go to grad school in organic chemistry.

My only problem with the book was that it was somewhat lacklusterly organized. A better index or talbe of contents would be nice.

Overall, if you need advice on this subject, this is a great choice.