Careers
Most APS/Physics students aim for a long-term career, regardless of the education levels they pursue. This part of the website includes career development resources and tools for job searches/applications. The resources here are directed both towards students who wish to enter the workforce directly upon graduation and towards students who are considering graduate school first.
SPS has an excellent that can help you learn about careers based on an APS/Physics degree. We highly recommend that you work through some of the exercises in the SPS Careers Toolbox, regardless of your current year or job experience.
Career PathsÌý
An introduction to various career paths that students in APS/Physics may pursue, including example starting salaries and education requirements for each position.
Resume/Profile
Resources for creating an excellent resume, online profile, and elevator pitch.
Job Search/Events
Includes a list of job search databases and resources for preparing for career fairs and networking events.
Applying/InterviewsÌý
Resources for building successful job applications and preparing for various types of job interviews.
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Alumni ContactsÌý
An ongoing list of ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Alumni who have presented or been on panels at APS/PHYS Professional Development events.
While we work hard to keep this website up to date, some details may slip through the cracks, so always verify important information (e.g. requirements, deadlines) with the source websites linked. If you find anything false or outdated, please send an email to brittney.washington@colorado.edu