Mathematics
Use this tool to discover how you can use your degree, skills and experiences in the workplace.
This is only a starting place – remember to explore all your options.
Skills Developed Through Your Major
 Understand mathematical
computations and theory
 Define a research problem
 Perform and understand complex
mathematical operations and deduce
their importance in everyday life
 Review scientific literature
 Gather data, formulate and test
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mathematical hypothesis
Perform statistical analyses
Analyze probabilities
Quantify and analyze raw data
Present highly technical information
Project management: identify
priorities, plan the execution of tasks
and delegate responsibilities to
Sample Job Titles and Fields of Work
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Recognizing Valuable Assets
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others
Apply mathematical principles to
phenomena common in business,
computing, biology, etc.
Prepare technical reports
Think analytically and logically
Proficient at computing and
mathematical modeling
A Taste of What’s Out There
*Note: Some occupations may require further education or specialized training*
Aerospace
 Database Marketing
 Market Research
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Analyst
Accountant
 Mathematician
 Economist
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Actuarial Science
 Methodologist
 Education
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Architect
 Mortgage Companies
 Engineering Firms
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Banking
 Network Programmer
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Environmental
Modeller
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Biostatistician
 Pension Specialist
 Financial Analyst/Auditor
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Business Analyst
 Personal Financial
 Information Systems
Analyst
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Commodity Manager
Professional
 Pharmaceutical
Consumer Loan Officer
 Insurance
 Physicist
Credit & Collections Clerk
 Investment Firms
 Rate Analyst
Cryptographer
Career Centre Resources
Career Centre Website
trentu.ca/careers - Extensive career development and work
search information including tools, links, strategies and
assessments.
Trent University Student Job Board
trentu.ca/sep - Look for on- and off-campus opportunities.
Career Resources on myTrent
trentu.ca/mytrent - Access the following resources through
myTrent>Tools>Career Development
 Career Cruising and TypeFocus
Free self-assessments that connect your interests and
personality to your career.
 My World Abroad
A guide that provides information, strategies, and tips for
anyone considering going abroad for work, study or
travel.
Research and
Development
Risk Analyst
Robotics Programmer
Software Engineer
Statistician
Technical Journals
Treasurer
Great On-Campus Services
Career Counselling and Résumé Critiques
Get feedback in a one-on-one appointment. Book online at
trentu.ca/sep.
Career and Work Search Workshops
Register through the Events Calendar at trentu.ca/sep.
Resource Library
Information on career exploration, finding work, and more.
 Great Jobs for Math Majors
 Careers for Number Crunchers & Other Quantitative
Types
Events and Fairs
Your opportunity to meet and network with employers and
recruiters on campus.
Professional Associations & Societies
More Than Just a Club!
Professional associations and societies can be effective exploration resources as they provide information about careers, job
boards, events and professional development opportunities. These groups can be used for networking, so become familiar with
them!
Canadian Mathematical Society
Canadian Society for History & Philosophy of
cms.math.ca
Mathematics
Statistical Society of Canada
cshpm.org
ssc.ca
Canadian Institute of Actuaries
Canadian Applied and Industrial Mathematics Society
cia-ica.ca
Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences
caims.ca
pims.math.ca
Ontario Association for Mathematics Education
Insurance Institute of Canada
oame.on.ca
career-connections.info
Canadian Operational Research Society
List of Professional Organizations in Canada
cors.ca
cicic.ca/en/profess.aspx
Opportunities
Internships, Careers, Government Programs
Trent University Student Job Board
trentu.ca/sep
Fields Institute for Research in Mathematical Sciences
fields.utoronto.ca
CMS Employment Resources
cms.math.ca/Employment
Canadian Mathematical Society Student Committee
studc.cms.math.ca
Ontario Internship Program
internship.gov.on.ca
SSC Job Board
ssc.ca/jobs/e
Math Jobs
math-jobs.com
Scholarly Societies Project – Mathematics
scholarly-societies.org/math_soc.html
Get Experience
Sloan Career Cornerstone Centre
careercornerstone.org
Career Edge
careeredge.ca
Services for Youth
youth.gc.ca/eng/home.shtml
Federal Government Jobs
jobs.gc.ca
Provincial Government Jobs
gojobs.gov.on.ca
Charity Village
charityvillage.com
Internship Listings
campusaccess.com
Get Connected
Mathematics at Trent University
trentu.ca/math - Courses, news, events, program faculty,
resources, and more department information.
Learn about career paths, seek guidance from people
working in diverse professions and industries, and develop
your network.
Trent Community Research Centre
trentcentre.ca - Students are matched with local organizations
to assist with research, planning and other community
development projects for course credit.
Networking, Mentoring and Informational Interviewing
The Career Centre has workshops and one-on-one
appointments to help you develop your network.
Trent University Student Organizations
trentcentral.ca/clubs.php - Get involved in groups that will
contribute to learning new skills & gaining a variety of
experience.
Alumni Programming
The Career Centre can help you connect with Trent alumni in
your field. Contact us for details and information about special
events with alumni.
Visit trentu.ca/careers/mentoring