Physics
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
 Collect data and formulate and test
hypotheses
 Perform calculations and utilize
mathematical formulas
 Apply knowledge of natural laws to
solve problems in medicine, industry,
agriculture or space exploration
 Articulate and analytical
 Mathematical modelling skills
 Record & analyze physical science
data
 Observation and decision making
skills
 Measure
distances/sizes/relationships
 Organize, analyze & interpret
Sample Job Titles and Fields of Work
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Recognizing Valuable Assets
scientific data
 Prepare technical or research reports
 Define problems and develop
research models
 Predict & interpret physical
phenomena
 Establish and control experimental
designs
A Taste of What’s Out There
*Note: Some occupations may require further education or specialized training*
Acoustics Physicist
 Computer Systems
 Laboratories
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Engineer
Aerodynamics Specialist
 Manufacturing
 Condensed Matter
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Aeronautical and Space
 Materials Scientist
Physicist
Agencies
 Mathematical Modelling
 Educational Institutions
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Aerospace Engineer
 Meteorologist
 Engineering Firms
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Air Traffic Controller
 Molecular Physicist
 Fibre Optics Physicist
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Astronomer
 Nanotechnologist
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Geophysicist
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Astrophysicist
 Nuclear Engineer
 Government
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Atmospheric Physicist
 Optical Design Specialist
 Health/Medical Physicist
Biophysicist
 Optical Device Designer
 Industrial Scientist
Climatologist
 Physicist
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.
Planetarium
Guide/Lecturer
Quantum Computing
Specialist
Radiology Lab Director
Science Writer
Telescope Operator
Product Development
Telecommunications
Companies
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.
 Science Careers – Personal Accounts from the Experts
 Careers for Number Cruncher & 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!
The Canadian Association of Physicists
Canadian Acoustical Association
cap.ca
caa-aca.ca
American Physical Society
American Institute of Physics
aps.org
aip.org
Canadian Geophysical Union
Society of Physics Students
cgu-ugc.ca
spsnational.org
Natural Sciences & Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
Canadian Nuclear Association
nserc-crsng.gc.ca
cna.ca
List
of Professional Organizations in Canada
Canadian Astronomical Society
cicic.ca/en/profess.aspx
casca.ca
Opportunities
Internships, Careers, Government Programs
Trent University Student Job Board
trentu.ca/sep
Institute of Physics Careers
iop.org/careers
Physics Careers
cap.ca/careers/careers.html
NewScientist Jobs
jobs.newscientist.com
Jobs in National Research Council Canada
nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/careers
Sloan Career Cornerstone Center
careercornerstone.org/physics/physics.htm
Nature Jobs
nature.com/naturejobs/science
NRC Herzberg Astronomy and Astrophysics
nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/rd/nsi
Get Experience
APS Careers & Employment
aps.org/jobs
Canadian Space Agency Careers
asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/careers.asp
Career Edge
careeredge.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
Physics at Trent University
trentu.ca/physics - Courses, program faculty, news and
events, 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.
Trent University Student Organizations
trentcentral.ca/clubs.php - Get involved in groups that will
contribute to learning new skills & gaining a variety of
experience.
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