The Bachelor of Science in Natural Sciences Physical Sciences Concentration meets the needs of students who are seeking a broad exposure to mathematics and the physical sciences, rather than specializing in one discipline.With proper planning, physical science graduates can meet requirements for professional schools (e.g., medicine or law) or graduate programs in the basics or applied sciences (e.g., atmospheric sciences). Internships and volunteer activities can provide practical training and experience for additional occupational options.
Common employers
- City of Fort Collins
- Colorado National Guard
- First National Bank
- Poudre School District
- Kaiser Permanente
- Lockheed Martin
- Precision Water Resource Engineering
- Woodward
Common job titles
- Middle School Science Teacher
- High School Science Teacher
- Substitute Teacher
Factors of success
- Engagement with the CSU Career Center
- Internship or research involvement
- GPA
- On campus employment
Learn more about the natural sciences major:
https://catalog.colostate.edu/general-catalog/colleges/natural-sciences/natural-sciences-major/
Career checklist
- Go to the Career Center’s drop-in hours or schedule an appointment with a Career Educator to discuss what you should be doing to develop career skills. The Career Center is located at room 120 of the Lory Student Center. See https://career.colostate.edu/ or call (970) 491-5707 to see an advisor or to explore the many resources available.
- Log into Handshake, the CSU Career Center’s online location for on-campus jobs, internships, and careers.
- Choose two minors (Biochemistry; Chemistry; Computer Science; Mathematics; Physics; Statistics; Geology).
- Join a student organization relevant to Natural Sciences: https://www.natsci.colostate.edu/student-organizations/
- Create a resume and learn how to write a cover letter based on the handouts in the Career Center and on the website. Then have your resume and cover letter reviewed in a drop-in session at the Career Center or make an appointment with a Career Educator.
- Attend an appointment or drop-in at the Career Center to discuss job/internship search strategies and tips for interviewing.
- Apply for undergraduate internship options: https://www.natsci.colostate.edu/career-resources/
- For research opportunities, visit: https://www.natsci.colostate.edu/undergraduate-research/
- Run for a leadership role in a student organization.
- Update your resume and/or CV for internships or on-campus jobs.
- Attend an appointment or drop-in at the Career Center to discuss job/internship search strategies and tips for interviewing.
- Apply for undergraduate internship options: https://www.natsci.colostate.edu/career-resources/
- Learn about graduate school options: https://graduateschool.colostate.edu/
- If planning on attending graduate school, make an appointment with a Career Educator to create a plan.
- Update your resume and/or CV.
- Present research at CSU:
- Attend a mock interview session at the Career Center to prepare for the job search or graduate school interviews.
- Attend many networking events to meet employers and increase your chances of landing a job.
- Ask three professors and/or employers to be professional references.
- Learn about graduate school options in Natural Sciences: https://col.st/1sGyL
- 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.
