Careers

Your career journey starts here.

The College of Science prepares students to tackle tough problems and transform the world through discovery, hard work and innovation. We do this by fostering creativity, hands-on learning and out-of-the-box problem-solving while offering students experiences that challenge and inspire their thinking.

With a science degree, the possibilities are endless.

Degrees in science prepare students for career success by providing relevant technical knowledge and building critical thinking, problem-solving, and strong written and oral communication skills. With so many career paths available, it can be challenging to choose! Thankfully, your major does not limit your career choices. While majors lean into areas of interest, they are flexible and allow you to be employed in a wide variety of areas.

Learn about successful science alumni

Our alumni started out just like you. They looked at the world around them and were driven by a curiosity to understand how it all works. They saw something that could be better. They struggled to find their place and gain the experiences that would help them make an impact in the world.

Now they are working in meaningful jobs at NASA, the Ocean Exploration Trust, the National Center for Atmospheric Research and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, to name a few. Many others work in healthcare facilities, biotech, materials science, data science, education, media, business and more.

Did you know you can connect with alumni and find mentors in your field? OSU Connections serves as a platform for both alumni and current students to network and learn from each other.