Mathematics Jobs & Career Resources

What can you do with a mathematics degree?

For helpful resources on your career opportunities, explore the “What Can I Do with This Major” guides for mathematics.

Some common career titles for this major include:

  • accountant
  • actuary
  • astronomer
  • cartographer
  • cryptographer
  • engineer
  • financial analyst
  • high school teachers
  • mathematician
  • media buyer
  • operations research
  • physicist
  • professor
  • rate analyst
  • risk analyst
  • statistician
  • senior budget analyst
  • systems engineer
  • teacher — elementary, middle and secondary
  • teacher — post secondary
  • value engineer

When considering further pursuits in the field of mathematics, consider TU’s Master of Science in Actuarial Science and Predictive Analytics, which provides an interdisciplinary foundation in actuarial science and predictive analytics. 

For additional career information on duties, education and training, pay, and outlook for hundreds of occupations, visit the Occupational Outlook Handbook.

Additional Resources

Careers in Mathematics

Mathematics Major Internships and Research Opportunities

Getting applied experience in your field is critical. The following resources will allow you to learn more about your department’s opportunities and process, as well introduce you to other major-specific internship posting resources. For information and support finding and receiving an internship in your major, contact your department's internship coordinator.

Mathematics Major Careers and Jobs

The resources below are a starting point for your job search. In addition to making use of the Internet to do research, we encourage you to talk to people in the fields you are interested in (don’t forget to use TU’s Tiger Mentor Network) to learn more about specific opportunities and organizations.

Mathematics Major Example Resumes and Interview Questions

For major specific resume examples, we encourage you to look at the Example Math Resume (PDF) in addition to our Example Resume Database.

Below are example interview questions for your field. In preparing for the interview, you’ll also want to review common interview questions (PDF) asked of all majors, thoroughly research the organization, dress professionally and visit the interview skills section of the Career Center’s website. You can practice your interview skills online via Big Interview or schedule a mock interview with a Career Center staff member.

 Interview Questions

  • Other than textbooks, what math books/journals have you read in the last year?
  • Who is your favorite mathematician? Why?
  • How would you figure out the number of mosquitos/gas stations/grains of sand/etc. in the world?
  • Share your experience and comfort level with programs/applications (i.e., SAS, Excel, etc.)

Professional Associations

Professional associations offer many benefits to students, often including reduced-price membership, mentorship programs, “careers in…” information, job and internship listings, field-related conferences and publications, and much more. Be sure to check out sections on the associations’ websites related to students, education, careers, etc.

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