Each Careers by Major page provides lots of ideas on various career areas, as well as how to gain related skills and experience. Useful resources and job samples are also provided.
Below is a sample of the many types of occupations and jobs pursued by graduates of this program.
1a. Sample Occupations
Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Detailed career profiles are available in the Career Centre. Some occupations require further education and experience.
Acoustic emissions technician
Acoustical physics
Aerospace engineer*
Air traffic controller*
Ariel survey flight supervisor
Artificial intelligence developer
Assistant research officer
Astronomer*
Astronaut*
Astrophysicist
Atmospheric scientist
Avionics instrument mechanic
Biomedical engineer*
Biophysicist
Business Systems Analyst*
Chemical physicist
Chemical technologist
Chemist*
Climate service specialist
Climatologist*
Computer engineer
Computer programmer*
Computer software engineer*
Condensed matter research
Cosmologist
Data analyst
Database administrator
Electrical equipment specialist
Electrical engineer*
Embedded software developer
Engineering and natural sciences manager
Environmental physicist
Environmental scientist
Equipment designer
Exploration geophysicist
Flight management analyst
Geophysicist
Health physicist
Hydrologist*
Information specialist
Instrument designer
Investment analyst
Laboratory technician
Logistics specialist*
Market research analyst*
Materials/metallurgical engineer*
Mathematician*
Meteorologist*
Military engineer*
Military officer*
Molecular physicist
Museum exhibits planner
Nanotechnologist
Natural and applied sciences consultant
Navigation equipment specialist
Nuclear medicine technologist*
Nuclear physicist
Operations research analyst*
Optical physicist
Optical technician
Particle physicist
Photodynamic therapist
Photon scientist
Physicist*
Planetarium guide/lecturer
Plasma deposition scientist
Professor*
Project manager
Public relations specialist* (e.g. for space agencies/manufacturers
Quality controller*
Radar indicator inspector
Radiation monitor
Radiation therapist*
Radiographer
Radiologist*
Researcher*
Robotics technician
Sales representative*
Science journalist
Scientist*
Scientific photographer/Photojournalist*
Seismologist
Space program manager
Space vision technologist
Sound engineer
Special librarian: science
System support representative
Teacher*
Technical sales representative*
Technical writer*
Telescope engineer
Ultrasound technician
X-Ray technologist
* View these titles at Career Cruising, available on CLN under the Resources tab.
1b. Sample Job Listings
Below is a sample of delisted positions that have been posted on UofT's Career Learning Network (CLN). To access current listings, login to CLN and click on Jobs.
Physics Teacher/Tutor, Le's Academy
Mathematician, Cryptanalyst and Data Scientist, Government of Canada
Physics Content Creator, Nerdstudy
Quantitative Analyst Intern, The D. E. Shaw Group
R&D Scientist - Numerical Modeling of Semiconductor Devices, Lumerical Solutions
Physics Lab Assistant, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, UTM
Plastics Sales Associate, Nexeo Solutions
Innovation Leadership Program - Project Mechanical Engineer, Lutron Electronics Co
Architect, Greenland Group Canada
Researcher-Programmer, Astronomy and Space Sciences, Ontario Science Centre
Technical Representative - Water & Energy Management, Klenzoid Canada
Energy Optimization and Management Junior Engineer, Hatch
Construction Project Coordinator, Urbacon
Sustainability Program Research Student, Institute for Management and Innovation, UTM
Academic courses in this program provide opportunities to develop the following types of skills. Make a career counselling or an employment strategy appointment to discuss how you can demonstrate these skills to employers.
Technical: conduct research in a lab using state-of-the-art technology and advanced instrumentation to validate numerical computation.
Written and oral communication: explain complex concepts and theories to others; clearly explain scientific research; and write reports.
Research: define a problem; establish hypotheses; apply and integrate fundamental scientific principles; gather scientific data; and review scientific literature.
Problem-solving: see relationships among factors; analyze data; and interpret observations.
Informational interviews are a great way to connect with professionals in a career area of interest and gain valuable insights about a particular career, company, or industry that would otherwise be difficult to find in books or online. Check out our tip sheet to learn more.
Alumni Profiles
Check out our Alumni Profiles page with submissions from UTM grads to find out how their experiences have affected their career direction.
Events
Attending career panels, networking events, employer info sessions, and career fairs is a great way to meet professionals and learn more about careers, companies, and industries. Login to CLN and click on Events & Workshops to see what's coming up.
Talk to Professors
Connecting with your professors can be a great way to explore the different paths a major can lead you to, as well as learn about possible opportunities for research, volunteering, or becoming a TA. Drop by during their office hours or request an appointment.
Student Organizations
Join a student club or an academic society at UTM to meet like-minded people, explore your interests, and make valuable connections. To view a list of current clubs and societies, visit the Centre for Student Engagement's website. Some organizations you may consider are:
Erindale Society of Chemical & Physical Sciences
Mathematical and Computational Sciences Society
LinkedIn
Create a LinkedIn profile to connect with professionals in various fields, explore the career paths of UTM alumni, research employers, apply for specific positions and more. Need help? Come to the Career Centre to book a LinkedIn profile critique.
Professional Associations
There are many benefits of becoming a member of association(s), such as developing a network of contacts, learning about industry trends, accessing industry-related job postings and stating your affiliation on your resume. Some associations related to this major are:
Get some experience and exposure to the industry while being a student. This will increase your chances of finding a job after graduation, while helping you decide what area might be most suitable for you.
The work study program provides eligible students with an opportunity to work on campus during the academic year and gain experience. Many departments use this program to hire UTM students during the Fall/Winter and Summer terms.
Research Opportunity Program (ROP)
UTM's Research Opportunity Program (ROP) allows undergraduate students to gain valuable research experience and earn a course credit by participating in a faculty member's research project. Courses are held during Summer and Fall/Winter terms.
Check out our binder with detailed information on volunteer opportunities; available in the Career Centre
Learn about the Co-Curricular Record (CCR), which can help you find opportunities beyond the classroom and have your skills and experiences captured on an official document
Student Organizations
Joining any student club or academic society at UTM is a great way to gain valuable skills and expand your resume. To view a list of current clubs and societies, visit the Centre for Student Engagement's website.
4b. Off-Campus
Internships, Summer, Part Time and Volunteer Positions
Check out our binders with detailed information on internships and volunteer opportunities; available in the Career Centre
Review our Internships, Summer Employment Programs, and Summer Job Search tip sheets
Full Time Positions
Networking is an essential element of job search today, as most jobs are not advertised. While you should still apply for positions you find online, building relationships with professionals is a proven way to access the 'hidden job market' with some of the most desirable opportunities. Attend the "Learn to Network" workshop to discover proven techniques to effectively introduce yourself and make contacts.
Login to CLN and click on Jobs to access current postings advertised to graduating students and recent U of T grads. Note: You must attend the "Now That I'm Graduating, What's Next?" workshop to gain access to these postings.
The Career Resource Library contains information about a wide range of occupations in all industries, resume and cover letter resources, effective work search methods, graduate/professional school preparation guides and more.
Meet with an academic or departmental advisor, who can guide you in achieving academic success. Contact the Office of the Registrar or your department for more information.
Career Planning by Year
Visit our Career Planning by Year page for ideas of important career related activities for each year. You can visit us in the Career Centre to find out more about career areas that interest you.
