Career Resources | Mathematics – College of Natural Sciences

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Career Preparation Roadmap

How can you best prepare for a career in your chosen industry throughout your time in college? The Career Preparation Roadmap breaks down how to set yourself up for success during each year of your academic career. The Career Preparation Roadmaps also outline common employers and job titles to keep an eye out for in your job search, factors that contribute to your success in landing a job post-grad, and additional resources to help you along the way.

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About Mathematics
Common Employers
Common Job Functions
Factors of Success
Additional Resources

Students learn to think critically about calculus and advanced calculus, linear algebra, methods of proof, abstract algebra, computer programming, and statistics. The math major offers a liberal arts component that requires students to acquire a broad background in communication skills, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. The core focus of the major is on developing students’ understanding and appreciation of the mathematical sciences, problem-solving skills, and their ability to combine knowledge and skills in productive ways. Four concentrations are available that relate to the student’s specific career goals and interests. These can range from actuarial science to mathematics education for those interested in these fields.

Poudre School District
Denver Public Schools
Charles Schwab and Company
Hannover Life Reassurance Company of America
Numerica Corporation
Thompson School District
Accelerated Schools of Denver
Adams 12 Five Star Schools
Aerospace Corporation
AgRiskAdvisors

Education
Data & Analytics
Actuary
Finance
Engineering – Web/Software
Customer/Technical Support
Military & Protective Services
Accounting
Contracting
Information Technology

Engagement with the CSU Career Center
Internship or research involvement
On campus employment
GPA

What can you do with a major in math?
Learn more about occupations involving math
Learn more about careers in math from a professional association
See current opportunities in math

Year 1

Go to the Career Center’s drop-in hours or schedule an appointment
Log into Handshake, the CSU Career Center’s online location for on-campus jobs, internships, and careers. Find an on-campus job and work for 10+ hours/week
Learn about concentrations and minors
Join a student organization relevant to mathematics

Year 2

Go to the Career Center to discuss job/internship search strategies, create a resume and write a cover letter and tips for interviewing
Apply for summer internships or research opportunities related to mathematics

Year 3

Run for a leadership role in a student organization
Update your resume and/or cover letter for internships or on-campus jobs
Apply for an undergraduate internship
Learn about graduate school options

Year 4 +

Present research at CSU
Attend many working events to meet employers
Ask three professors and/or employers to be professional references
Meet with the Career Center to prepare for the job search or graduate school applications and to update your resume and/or cover letter

Alum

You may continue to use the Career Center for guidance! All services are still available to you at no cost for one year after graduation and for a small fee after that