101 Careers in Mathematics. Andrew Sterrett, The Mathematical Association of America, 2002.
Essays by individuals who are in careers for which a background in the mathematical sciences is useful. These mathematicians are found in well-known companies, some surprising places, government agencies, the arts, the professions and education.

Actuaries’ Survival Guide. Fred E. Szabo, Elsevier Academic Press, 2004.
Explains what actuaries are, what they do, and where they do it. Includes an overview of career options and details on working conditions and the nature of employment in different industries.

Career Management for Chemists. John Fetzer, Springer, 2004.
Provides common-sense guidance on resumes and CVs, staying driven & current, networking, teamwork and leadership, writing research papers, and more.

Career Opportunities in Science. Susan Echaore-McDavid, Checkmark Books, 2003.
A complete guide to more than 80 exciting careers in science. Includes detailed position descriptions, salaries, special skills and requirements, advancement and more.

Careers in Focus: Mathematics & Physics. Ferguson, 2003.
Each article discusses a particular mathematics- and physics-related occupation in detail. Sections focus on an overview, history, the duties, the requirements, earnings, work environment and the outlook.

Careers in Science. Thomas A. Easton, VGM Career Books, 2004.
Includes up-to-date information for job seekers at all levels; detailed descriptions of a range of interesting careers; expert advice on finding the best jobs in the field; helpful resources for further exploration.

Directory of Experience Opportunities. American Chemical Society, 2004.
Provides contact information on private companies, academic institutions, government agencies, and public interest groups who offer chemistry-related summer employment opportunities.

Great Jobs for Biology Majors. Blythe Camenson, VGM Career Horizons, 2003.
Discover all your options. Target your ideal career. Present your major as a major asset. Perfect your job search. Follow through and get results. Set a path to advance your career.

Great Jobs for Math Majors. Stephen Lambert and Ruth J. DeCotis, McGraw-Hill, 2005.
It covers the interview, cover letters, resumes, networking and gives lists of job titles and many job descriptions. Also gives some contact information for organizations that will be of help or interest to anyone looking for employment using their math degree.

Mathematician’s Survival Guide, A. Steven G. Krantz, American Mathematical Society, 2003.
The content focuses on graduate school and early career development. It includes how to prepare for qualifying exams, find an advisor, write a thesis, get a job and navigate the road to tenure.

Opportunities in Biological Science Careers. Kathleen Belikoff., VGM Career Books, 2004.
An informative overview of the myriad opportunities available in the field, including nontraditional careers in forensic biology, regulatory affairs, sales and marketing, and law.

Opportunities in Chemistry Careers. John H. Woodburn, VGM Career Books, 2002.
Includes information on lucrative careers in the vast field of chemistry, on-the-job descriptions of a range of careers including chemical specialties such as organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry.

Opportunities in Clinical Laboratory Science Careers. Karen Karni, VGM Career Books, 2002.
Includes descriptions of the personal attributes, skills, and qualifications necessary to excel as a clinical laboratory scientist.

Opportunities in Forensic Science Careers. Blythe Camenson, VGM Career Books, 2001.
Includes job descriptions for a number of forensic science-related positions, and information on the ways in which forensic science influences the fields of accident and fire investigation, medicine, anthropology, psychiatry, dentistry and more.

Science Careers: Personal Accounts from the Experts. Lawrence O. Flowers, The Scarecrow Press, Inc., 2003.
Includes a wide range of engaging real-life stories from successful and dedicated professionals in diverse scientific disciplines.

What Can You Do With a Major in Biology? Bart Astor, Wiley Publishing, Inc., 2005.
Learn what peers in the work world like about their jobs—and what they don’t. Learn about the routes they took and the mistakes they made.