Use this section to research career paths, typical job titles, and how to start building skills to get prepared for this industry.

• All About Careers: Research & Development Scientists
• Occupational Outlook Handbook: Engineering
• Occupational Outlook Handbook: Computer and Information Technology 
• Occupational Outlook Handbook: Chemists and Material Scientists
• Occupational Outlook Handbook: Life, Physical, & Social Science
• ONET Online: STEM Careers Cluster
• ORISE: What STEM Careers are in High Demand?
• Science, Research and Development Jobs

Use this section to learn about student organizations you can join at UT to learn more about your desired industry, network with professionals and peers with similar interests, and build transferable skills. Student Organizations

• UTK Engineering and Technology Student Orgs
• Tickle College of Engineering Student Orgs
• UTK Research Student Orgs
• Tech CarniVOL
• Pipeline: Vols for Women in STEM
• Out in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (oSTEM)
• Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS)
• Physics Journal Club
• Health Physics Society at University of Tennessee
• Women in Physics
• Society of Physics Students
• Math Club at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville
• VolHacks

Research If you are considering a Masters or Ph.D., gaining research experience is very important (possibly even critical) for graduate school admissions. Explore the following resources for ideas on how and where to get started.

• UT’s Office of Undergraduate Research

For specific research opportunities, students are encouraged to reach out to faculty directly by browsing the department websites to learn about research areas and sending a direct email to the faculty member. Students should make sure their email is professional and may want to consider attaching a resume.

Professional Organizations can be helpful in exploring more about certain sub-industries within Science, Research and Development, finding job opportunities, and connecting with professionals in your area of interest. Many have their own job search boards along with a way to sign up for job alerts. You can view a list of Professional Organizations associated with your area/major on What Can I Do With This Major. Below are a few examples of some professional organizations: 

Check out these sites in addition to our Handshake feed below. Use this section to search specific job and internship boards for this industry.

• Biospace.com
• Dice.com
• EduMed’s Undergraduate Guide to Summer Research and Internship Opportunities
• Engineering.com
• EngineerJobs.com
• jobrxiv.org
• National Organization of Research Development Professionals
• Researchinsociety.org
• ScienceCareers.com
• Sciencejobs.org
• USAJobs.com (Government Employers)

Graduate School Application Resources Many graduate school resources can be found on our Prepare for Graduate School website, including deciding on graduate school, resumes, letters of recommendation, and admissions essays/personal statements. Graduate School Applications take time and will require roughly 6-9 months of preparation. The key to applying to a graduate program within Science, Research and Development will be exploring each school and program’s process for obtaining a faculty mentor. You will likely need to research faculty associated with the program of interest and contact them to inquire about research opportunities and faculty mentorship. Below are some links you may find helpful:

• Graduate School Admissions Guide
• University of Tennessee College of Arts and Sciences Graduate Programs
• University of Tennessee Tickle College of Engineering Degrees Offered

Current Graduate Student Resources Graduate students at the University of Tennessee have access to all of the resources offered by the Center for Career Development and Academic Exploration. Please see the “Make an Appointment with Your Career Coach” section above to explore all your professional development options.

Many international student resources can be found on our International Students website. International students at the University of Tennessee have access to all of the resources offered by the Center for Career Development and Academic Exploration. Please see the “Make an Appointment with Your Career Coach” section above to explore all your professional development options. Use this section to search for specific job and internship information and resources for international students.

• MyVisaJobs.com