Physical Science Resources
Potential Careers
Positions in this field work in laboratories, conduct experiments, analyze findings, operate necessary equipment, and develop tests and theories in a private research laboratory, government agency, or as a teacher.
| Aerospace |
Geophysical data technicians |
Physicist |
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Atmospheric and Space Science |
Geospatial information scientist |
Public Policy Analyst |
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Cartographers |
Hydrologist |
Quality assurance Specialist |
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Chemical engineer |
Industrial ecologists |
Research analyst |
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Chemist |
Laboratory analyst |
Science Educator |
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Conservation scientist |
Mathematician |
Science Journalist |
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Environmental scientist |
Minerologist |
Seismologist |
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Forester |
Occupational Health and Safety Specialist |
Soil Surveyor |
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Geographer |
Park ranger |
Water Resources Technician |
Academic Interests
With degree flexibility students can add additional interest areas by way of minor, certificate, or secondary major to further define career opportunities. Consider the minors, certificates, and secondary majors below as a small sampling of options to compliment your physical science degree.
- Law/politics/ethics
- Certificates: Socially Responsible Information Science: Ethics in the Data Science, Government and Political Communications
- Minors: Political Science, philosophy
- Data/statistics/computation
- Certificates: Quantitative Techniques in Data Science, Computer Science, Data Analytics
- Minor: Computer Science, Statistics, Economics
- Geographic Information Systems
- Certificate: Geographic Information Systems
- Minor Geography
- Geotourism
- Certificate: Travel and Tourism Promotion, International Business, Philanthropy, Intercultural Competence,
- Minor: Geology, Hospitality Management, Marketing, Community Planning,
- Secondary Major: Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, International Studies
- Geophysics
- Certificate: Data Analytics
- Minor: Exploration and Environmental Geophysics, physics
- Education/communication/outreach
- Certificate: Government and Political Communications, Global Health, Medicine, and Society, Museum Studies, Community-Engaged leadership
- Minor: Communication Studies, Mass Communications, Advertising and Public Relations, Visual Communication Design
Additionally, students who obtain a physical science degree are prepared to enter a variety of graduate or pre-professional programs to further study or obtain specialized training. To best meet individual needs and interests, career goals and the requirements of the major, close cooperation with your advisor is highly recommended.
Career Preparation
The K-State Career Center can help you with:
- Career exploration
- Career assessment for class assignment or follow-up
- Resume, CV and cover letter critique
- Other application documents
- Job or internship search
- Mock interview
- and so much more!
Experiences
K-State has many opportunities for development in your academic programs. You can grow through participating in research, student organizations, being a teaching assistant, tutor, and more.
Current Research Project Openings
The greater Manhattan area also hosts many opportunities to help affirm your interests, obtain experience, and network.
- HandsOn K-State
- Flint Hills Discovery Center
- Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education
- City of Manhattan Parks and Rec
- Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks
- Konza Environmental Education Program
Scholarships