A deeper look at careers in mathematics and statistics
The Career Cornerstone Center contains information about many different aspects of careers involving Mathematics, Statistics or Actuarial Science, as well as links to professional organizations.
Mathematics
- an overview of occupations involving Mathematics
- preparation for the workplace
- an overview of the employment picture
- forecast for future jobs in Mathematics
- sample applications of Mathematics
- some "day-in-the-life" snapshots
- job hunting advice
- advice for moving forward once you have a job
Statistics
- an overview of occupations involving Statistics
- preparation for the workplace
- an overview of the employment picture
- forecast for future jobs in Statistics
- some "day-in-the-life" snapshots
- profiles of people employed via Statistics
- professional organizations
Actuarial Science
- an overview of occupations involving Actuarial Science
- preparation for the workplace
- an overview of the employment picture
- forecast for future jobs in Actuarial Science
- some "day-in-the-life" snapshots
- professional organizations
Outlook and ratings for careers in Mathematics
At the current time, it looks good for careers in Mathematics
- Top 3 Jobs are Mathematician, Actuary, and Statistician
- Top 5 Jobs are Software Engineer, Mathematician, Actuary, Statistician, and Computer Systems Analyst
- Jobs Rated Almanac Rankings
The Occupational Outlook Handbook published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics contains information about the following jobs in the mathematical sciences:
- Actuaries;
- Computer and Information Research Scientists;
- Computer Programmers;
- Computer Systems Analysts;
- Database Administrators;
- Financial Analysts;
- Mathematicians (including Cryptologists, Numerical Analysts, and Risk Analysts);
- Operations Research Analysts;
- Statisticians;
- High School Teachers;
- Postsecondary Teachers.