A degree in chemical technology prepares students to become active in the chemical industry as supervisors and research assistants.  This degree can also serve as a foundation for later studies in chemistry, biochemistry, and other related subjects.  Chemical technicians often assist researchers in testing and quality control.  Some are employed by engineering firms or government offices, while others become engineers through further study. 

The following occupations represent some career opportunities available to chemical technology majors.  Some will require additional education.  For more information visit the Career and Experiential Learning Resource Lab in Lucina 235.

Analytical Chemist                                 
Biochemist
Chemical Engineering Aide                 
Chemical Plant Supervisor
Chemical Safety Officer            
Chemical Sales Representative
Chemical Technician                             
Chemist
Dentist                                                     
Food Inspector
Food Processing Specialist                 
Industrial Health Engineer
Instrument Specialist                             
Laboratory Director
Materials Engineer                                
Materials Inspector
Medical Technologist                            
Pharmaceutical Chemist
Pharmacist                                             
Physician
Product Chemist                                    
Product Manager
Professor                                                
Public Health Technician
Quality Control Specialist                      
Radiation Safety Officer
Radio Chemist                                       
Research Analyst
Sanitation Inspector                               
Scientist
Technical Salesperson                          
X-ray Technician

Resources available in the Career and Experiential Learning Resource Lab, Lucina 235:

Opportunities in Chemistry Careers  (OCC 34)
Great Jobs for Chemistry Majors  (OCC 34.5)
College Majors Handbook (MAJ 6)
Occupational Outlook Handbook (JS JO 20)
Careers for Chemists (CD-ROM 40)
Careers for Chemical Engineers (CD-ROM 46)

Web Sites:

BSU Dept. of Chemistry: http://www.bsu.edu/chemistry/
Career Links for BSU Majors (see Chemical Technology and Chemistry):  http://www.bsu.edu/careers/students/linksmajors
Great Links to Explore (BSU Career Center):  http://www.bsu.edu/careers/students/links
America's Career InfoNet: http://www.acinet.org
Employment Outlook:  http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0854971.html
IndianaINTERNnet:  http://www.indianaintern.net/home.asp 
Internships.com:  http://www.bsu.edu/careers/secure/pwinternships
Internships USA.com:  http://www.bsu.edu/careers/secure/internpw
Monster.com Major to Career Converter:  http://content.monstertrak.monster.com/tools/careerconverter
O*NET:  http://online.onetcenter.org
Occupational Outlook Handbook:  http://www.bls.gov/oco/
Salary Wizard:  http://www.salary.com
Volunteer Match:  http://www.volunteermatch.org