Chemistry
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
 Knowledge of the structure and
properties of matter
 Ability to formulate and test
hypotheses
 Make critical observations and
appropriate decisions
 Utilize scientific equipment
 Organize/maintain accurate records
 Good vision and manual dexterity
 Conduct and clearly explain scientific
research
 Strong mathematical background
 Awareness of health and safety
 Creative and investigative
 Summarize research findings
 Analyze data and testing hypotheses
 Apply concepts and utilize formula
 Design experiments
Sample Job Titles and Fields of Work
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Recognizing Valuable Assets
 Proficiency in reading, writing,
speaking and memorization
 Solve quantitative problems
 Sampling for surveys
 Design charts/graphs
 Identify relationships between
problems and solutions
 Write for technical and non-technical
audiences
A Taste of What’s Out There
*Note: Some occupations may require further education or specialized training*
Agricultural Chemist
 Food and Drug Analyst
 Organic Chemist
 Quality Control
Laboratories
Analytical Chemist
 Food/Product Companies
 Organometallic Chemist
 Radiologist
Biochemist
 Forensic Chemist
 Patent Examiner
 Research and
Chemist
 Geneticist
 Pharmacological Chemist
Development Firms
Chemical Product
 Inorganic Chemist
 Physical Chemist
 Soil Chemist
Specialist Firms
 Laboratory Technician
 Pollution Controller
 Textile Chemist
Consulting Firms
 Medical Laboratories
 Polymer Chemist
 Toxicologist
Electrochemist
 Nuclear Magnetic
 Professional/Technical
 Water Purification
Engineering Firms
Resonance (NMR)
Journals
Chemist
Spectroscopist
Environmental Chemist
 Public Health Educator
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.
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 Chemistry Majors
 Careers for Scientific Types and Others with Inquiring
Minds
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!
Association of the Chemical Profession of Ontario
Canadian Green Chemistry Network
acpo.on.ca
greenchemistry.ca
The Electrochemical Society
The Chemical Institute of Canada
electrochem.org
cheminst.ca
Natural
Sciences & Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
American Chemical Society
nserc-crsng.gc.ca
acs.org
List of Professional Organizations in Canada
American Association for Clinical Chemistry
cicic.ca/en/profess.aspx
aacc.org
Royal Society of Chemistry
rsc.org
Opportunities
Internships, Careers, Government Programs
Trent University Student Job Board
trentu.ca/sep
Chemical Institute of Canada
cheminst.ca/career
Career Site
chemjobs.net
Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science
csmls.org
Chemistry Search Engine
chemindustry.com
New Scientist Jobs
newscientistjobs.com
BIOTECanada Life Sciences & Biotechnology Database
canadianlifesciences.com
BioTalent Canada Job Board
biotalent.ca/en/job-board
Get Experience
Chemistry at Trent University
trentu.ca/chemistry - Courses, program faculty, resources,
news, and more department information.
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.
Trent University Student Organizations
trentcentral.ca/clubs.php - Get involved in groups that will
contribute to learning new skills & gaining a variety of
experience.
Canada’s Research-Based Pharmaceutical Companies
canadapharma.org
Career Edge
careeredge.ca
Ontario Internship Program
internship.gov.on.ca
Federal Government Jobs
jobs.gc.ca
Provincial Government Jobs
gojobs.gov.on.ca
Job Bank
jobbank.gc.ca
Internship Listings
campusaccess.com
Get Connected
Learn about career paths, seek guidance from people
working in diverse professions and industries, and develop
your network.
Networking, Mentoring and Informational Interviewing
The Career Centre has workshops and one-on-one
appointments to help you develop your network.
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