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Career Paths: Mathematicians at Work
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Would you like to earn a degree in mathematics, but wonder how you will be able to make a living in this field? Great news! Mathematicians have more job opportunities than scientists in most other fields.
You can start by deciding whether you would like to work in an academic setting (e.g. teaching or doing research) or in a nonacademic environment (e.g. industry, insurance, and government).
As noted by the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics, "Genetic engineering, designer drugs, diesel engines, digital TV, financial markets, paper mills, electric power, insurance rates, inflation statistics, computer chips, compact disks, credit cards, car doors, circuit boards … mathematics is everywhere in modern business and industry."
As you can see, there is a large number of avenues open to graduates with a good mathematical background. Listed is some general information and other informational sources you can tap.