1. Science Careers

2. Students who enjoy Science will find a wide variety of jobs to choose from that relate to this subject. The following industry sectors are all based in science.

3. Agriculture A strong demand exists for well-trained, environmentally-sensitive individuals to provide the nation and world with food, fiber and a healthy environment. Careers in agriculture provide valuable services that touch people worldwide.

4. Agriculture Careers

5. Seven Agricultural Career Paths Agricultural Business Landscape Managers Farm Realty Floral Shop Owners Timber Managers Fisheries Managers Farm Managers Agricultural Mechanics Equipment Fabricators Irrigation Engineers Equipment Operators Irrigation System Designers Precision Farming Technicians Animal Science Animal Breeding Fishing Fish Farming Cattle Ranching Horseshoeing Poultry Farming Meat Inspectors Animal Nutritionists Zoo/Veterinary Management Animal Training

6. Seven Agricultural Career Paths Agriscience Ag Chemicals Plant/Animal Genetics Agriculture Pest Management Hydraulic Engineers Food Processing Plant and Soil Science Soil Conservation Plant Biologists Horticulturists Soil Nutrition Pest Control Advisors Botanists Forestry/Natural Resources Park Rangers Ski Resort Managers Firefighters Surveyors Logging Range/Timber Managers Hydrologists Campground Managers Ecologists Guides Grounds Workers

7. Ornamental Horticulture Landscape Design Tree Trimming Floral Designers Nursery Production Greenhouse Work Landscaping and Grounds Keeping Golf Course and Park Management Retail Nursery Work Seven Agricultural Career Paths

8. Career Profiles Forest & Conservation Workers Animal Breeders

9. Agriculture Career Information Education and Training: Most occupations in agricultural careers require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an Associate's Degree. Some may require a Bachelor's Degree. Salary: In 2008, the average annual salary was $87,810. Most people employed in agriculture were paid between $18,410 and $145,870.

10. Energy and Utilities Using renewable energy and sustainable resources will impact our future for generations to come. Hydroelectric, geothermal, and nuclear power are part of the current resources, but what new energy technology might the future hold? Doing more with less will likely be a focus of future research and development.

11. Energy and Utilities Pollution created by energy and utility use poses a significant challenge for environmentalists and scientists now and in the future. Improving the recycling of waste materials from trash to sewage will offer many employment opportunities in the Energy and Utilities Industry Sector.

12. Energy & Utilities Careers

13. Four Energy Career Paths Electromechanical Installation & Maintenance Power Meter Installers/Readers Appliance Repair Utility Technicians Instrument Calibration Major Appliance Designers Electrical Engineers Energy & Environmental Technology Energy Management Environmental Pollution Control Waste Management

14. Public Utilities Energy Management Technicians/Engineers Utilities Technicians/Engineers Power Grid Engineers Waste Technicians/Engineers Facility Design Engineers Water Systems Technicians Residential/Commercial Energy & Utilities Solar Technicians/Engineers Electrical Technicians/Engineers Facilities Technicians/Engineers Industrial Maintenance Technicians/Engineers HVAC Technicians/Engineers Four Energy Career Paths

15. Environmental Scientist Career Profiles

16. Education and Training: A Bachelor's Degree is the minimum formal education required for energy & utilities occupations. However, many also require graduate school. For example, they may require a Master's Degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree). Salary: In 2008, the average annual salary was $73,390. Most people employed in energy/utilities were paid between $40,850 and $107,190. Energy & Utilities Career Information

17. Health Science and Medical Technology Health care is one of the fastest growing careers. The Health Science and Medical Technology Sector requires academic and technical skills, as well as the related knowledge necessary for the field. These careers range from entry level to management, including technical and professional specialties.

18. Health Science and Medical Technology Workers in the healthcare/medical field need the knowledge and ability to contribute to the delivery of safe and effective health care. Nearly half of the careers in healthcare require professional level preparation. Specific skill sets needed usually include chemistry, physics, math, and biology plus communication, problem solving and critical thinking skills

19. Healthcare Careers

20. Five Healthcare Career Paths Biotechnology Research and Development Biomedical Chemists Biostatisticians Biotechnology Assistants Biotechnology Technicians Biomedical Technicians Quality Assurance/Control Technicians Biotechnology Scientists Bioinformatics Specialists Clinical Trials Researchers

21. Health Informatics Medical Records Clerks Health Educators Health Unit Coordinators Medical Coders Telehealth Technicians Medical Librarians Medical Record Techs Medical Receptionists Hospital Administrators Medical Transcriptionists Five Healthcare Career Paths Diagnostic Services Medical Laboratory Aides Transporters Radiology Technologists Geneticists Biotechnology Scientists Radiologists Medical Laboratory Technicians Cardiology Technologists Biotechnology Engineers Medical Laboratory Assistants Clinical Medical Technologists

22. Therapeutic Services Physical Therapy Aides Dental Hygienists Medical Assistants Pharmacists Exercise Physiologists Physical Therapists Physician Assistants Dentists Emergency Medical Technicians Fitness/Aerobics Instructors Pharmacy Technicians Certified Nurses Assistants Five Healthcare Career Paths Support Services Industrial Hygienists Health Educators Central Supply Aides Morticians Environmental Services Central Supply Techs Materials Management Environmental Health Food Services

23. Physician Career Profiles EMT/Paramedic Pharmacy Technician

24. Healthcare Career Information Education and Training: A Bachelor's Degree is the minimum formal education required for most healthcare occupations. However, many also require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree). Salary In 2008, the average annual wage was $142,620 for physicians. Most people employed in healthcare were paid between $54,970 and $166,400.

25. Transportation plays a crucial role in our society because moving people and goods is central to everything America does. Vehicle components and systems will continue to become increasingly sophisticated which, in turn, will require well-trained operators and maintenance and repair technicians. Transportation

26. Examples of future transportation technology include rocket technology, super-capacity jet airplanes, hybrid, bio- diesel, and hydrogen fuel-cell technology involving automobiles and trucks. Transportation

27. Transportation Careers

28. Three Transportation Career Paths Vehicle Maintenance, Service, and Repair Lube, Line, and Smog Technicians Service Writers Diesel Engine Small Engine Parts and Service Counter Technicians Parts Runners After-Market Sales Shop Foremen Manufacturers Representatives Motorcycle, Heavy Equipment, and Farm Equipment Mechanics

29. Three Transportation Career Paths Aviation and Aerospace Transportation Services Ground Support Crews Freight and Baggage Handlers Ticket Agents Flight Attendants Airframe and Power Plant Technicians Dispatchers Air Traffic Controllers Pilots Aviation Engineers Aircraft Detailers Mechanics Assistants

30. Three Transportation Career Paths Collision Repair and Refinishing Collision Repair Technicians Auto Detailers Refinish Technicians Auto Damage Appraisers Glass Installers Claims Adjusters Parts Specialists Vehicle Restoration Vehicle Painters

31. Aircraft Pilot Career Profiles Traffic Technicians

32. Education and Training: Most of these occupations require a four - year Bachelor's Degree, but some do not. Salary: In 2008, the average annual wage was $121,420. Most people employed in transportation were paid between $63,820 and $166,400. Transportation Career Information

33. Activity Finding a job that you love takes a lot of hard work and planning. One way to ensure that you are on the right path to selecting a career is to know what your interests are. Interest Profiles can help you to find careers that are right for you.

34. Activity Complete the Career Interest Profiler found at the following link: http://www.cacareerzone.org/ip/ http://www.cacareerzone.org/ip/ Record your top three interests. Click on “View Occupations”. Create a three-slide Key Note about one of the top 10 occupations that interests you.