Arts and Science 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 Degree Inquiry, critical thinking, effective communication skills Precisely examine, analyze and interpret data Research and analytical skills Quantitative reasoning Interactions with diverse academic backgrounds Summarize research findings Creative and investigative Solve problems and make decisions Communicate knowledge effectively Understand science in a social context Study topics from scientific, social and humanist perspectives Apply knowledge to everyday scenarios Sample Job Titles and Fields of Work Recognizing Valuable Assets Skills in social research, qualitative interviewing and fieldwork Awareness of the social and scientific relationships Opportunity for growth and innovation accompanied with personal reflection Articulate reading and writing skills Community engagement A Taste of What’s Out There *Note: Some occupations may require further education or specialized training* Biomedical Ethics Evaluation and Research Policy Analyst Communication Specialist Government/Policy/Programming Quality Assurance Manager Curator/Archivist Health Promotion Scientific Journalism Doctor Knowledge Exchange Social Marketing Specialist/Transfer/Mobilization Editor Teacher/Professor Lawyer Environmental Health Knowledge Translation Outreach Director 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 Anthropology Majors Opportunities in Social Science Careers Careers for Scholars & Other Deep Thinkers 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! List of Professional Organizations in Canada Council for the Advancement of Science Writing casw.org cicic.ca/en/profess.aspx Arts Science Canadian Institute of Health Research Canadian Knowledge Transfer & Exchange Community of cihr-irsc.gc.ca Practice Science Teachers’ Association of Ontario ktecop.ca stao.ca Federation for the Humanities & Social Sciences Eco Canada ideas-idees.ca eco.ca Canadian Public Relations Society Natural Sciences & Engineering Research Council (NSERC) cprs.ca Social Sciences & Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) nserc-crsng.gc.ca sshrc-crsh.gc.ca Opportunities Internships, Careers, Government Programs Trent University Student Job Board trentu.ca/mytrent Ontario Internship Program internship.gov.on.ca Career Edge careeredge.ca Federal Government Jobs jobs.gc.ca Provincial Government Jobs gojobs.gov.on.ca Charity Village charityvillage.com Ministry of Natural Resources Internship Program ontario.ca/jobs-and-employment/internship-ministrynatural-resources Internship Listings campusaccess.com Get Experience Arts Humanities and Social Sciences Online h-net.org/jobs/home.php Scholarly Societies Project scholarly-societies.org/subjects_soc.html WorkInCulture – Cultural Careers Council Ontario workinculture.ca Science Science Careers sciencecareers.sciencemag.org ECO Canada eco.ca/viewjobs CASW – Science Writing Organizations casw.org/casw/science-writing-organizations Get Connected Arts and Science at Trent University trentu.ca/bas – Courses, program faculty, program blog, and more department information. Learn about career paths, seek guidance from people working in diverse professions and industries, and develop your network. Trent Centre for Community Based Education 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