Trying to avoid cubicle jobs? Sports fan? Athletic training just might be for you. Active, hard-working students should explore this field. First off, visit Occupational Outlook Handbook to learn more about the career itself. Second, you can read online about Baylor’s Athletic Training major. Athletic training requires long hours, including early mornings and working outside. It can be a rewarding career for those who enjoy working with an active population.
Baylor’s program is quite structured compared to some other majors. If it appears that you are too far behind to complete the degree on time, you could also consider an entry-level Master’s degree program in athletic training. The Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education accredits such programs and maintains a database. These programs could be good options for prehealth students looking for a “Plan B.”
The Spring Internship and Career Fair will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Ferrell Center. Dress professionally and bring copies of your résumé. The fair is for students of all classifications and majors. See you there!
Remember, the career fair is intended for students of all classifications and majors. For undecided students, working at a summer job or internship can be an excellent way to explore potential careers.
Get your résumé ready! It is almost time for the Internship and Career Fair on Wednesday, February 27th. This event featuring 98 employers will be from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Ferrell Center. Dress professionally, and come prepared. Whether you are graduating and looking for full-time employment, or you are seeking an internship, summer job, or part-time employment, there are opportunities at the Internship and Career Fair for you to consider. Many of the employers have positions available from students in any major. Click here for more information on the fair.
Occupational Outlook Handbook puts it quite simply: “Police officers protect lives and property.” Detectives are those who investigate crimes. Law enforcement officers work at the local, state, and national levels. Though the work can be quite dangerous, a strong sense of pride can be felt for those who serve our communities, states, and country through law enforcement.
Though a college education is not required for all types of police and detective work, it can be helpful. Some agencies are looking for applicants with specialized skills and work experience. Here are some links for more information:
We know that pre-healthcare students flock to the Biology major, but what career options exist for students who are fascinated with life science and do not want to work in the healthcare field? Too often, I hear the remark made, “All you can do with a biology degree is teach.” Teaching is a noble and worthy profession, but aside from that, prospective and current biology majors should investigate the wide variety of options available to them post-graduation. Here are some places to begin your research:
Though you may have considered careers with the FBI or CIA, you may not realize that there are 17 different agencies that make up the United States Intelligence Community. You will soon have the opportunity to learn more about several of these agencies through a Virtual Career Fair, which will take place on Tuesday, February 26, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Central). Students interested in internships or full-time employment with these agencies are encouraged to participate. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to ensure your spot at the fair. Visit ICVirtualFair.com to learn more.
Students who are fascinated with human development and family relationships might find a home in the Child and Family Studies major. The program offers students opportunities to gain insight into healthy development and what factors can impede healthy development. What happens to us in childhood can have lasting effects on how we handle relationships and life situations as adults. By learning about these processes, Child and Family Studies majors can learn about ways to have a positive impact on others.
The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences keeps track of the types of positions that students accept after graduation, as well as where they are employed. This includes information for Child and Family Studies majors. Click here for more career opportunities.
Reading course descriptions might help you to evaluate if this is a major you would enjoy. If you like working with children, you will probably be excited to hear that some of the classes involve observation at a child development center. If you like learning about people and working with people, this just might be the major for you!
Click here for our Child and Family Studies podcast.
The complex field of artificial intelligence (AI) requires an interdisciplinary team to bring fantasy into reality. Students with interests in computer science, linguistics, and neuroscience could find ways to use their expertise in AI. You can visit AITopics.org for information on this field. Click the following links to learn more about related majors:
