Science, Technology, Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Welcome to the Science, Technology, Innovation & Entrepreneurship community!

Explore career pathways and possibilities to

  • work in biotechnology, life & physical science, animal & plant science and information technology, working in almost any sector, from government to manufacturing to pharmaceuticals
  • inspire and manage innovation, re-invent current businesses, support a family business, or start up new businesses with the intent of growing the economy, and providing jobs for a diverse workforce

You will find industry resources, trends, job and internship opportunities, networking connections and alumni stories to help you articulate, discern and navigate the career possibilities open to you.

  • CORE SKILLS
    • Analytical, science, math and technical skills
    • Problem-solving & creative thinking skills
    • Attention to detail and organizational skills
    • Leadership & teamwork
    • Ability to spot trends and recognize opportunities to develop plans to capitalize on high-potential ideas
    • Competent in various mediums of communication
    • Negotiation, sales and public relations skills
    • Lead with ethics and integrity
    • Grounded in business aspects of planning, capital investing, goal setting, and decision making
  • POTENTIAL CAREER ENVIRONMENTS
    • Biology, chemistry, physics labs
    • Engineering
    • Research & Development
    • Automotive
    • Technology
    • Pharmaceutical
    • Healthcare
    • Biotechnology
    • Startup entrepreneurs
    • Tech achievers
    • Business professionals
  • COMMON BEREA MAJORS/MINORS
    • Applied Math and Science
    • Biology
    • Business
    • Chemistry
    • Computer and Information Science
    • Physics
    • Technology and Applied Design
  • LABOR DEPARTMENTS TO EXPLORE
    • Berea College Farm
    • Berea College Greenhouse
    • Berea College Farm Store
    • Auxiliary – Dining Services
    • Auxiliary – Boone Tavern Restaurant
    • Plant Operations (Facilities)
    • Community work on- and off-campus – Grow Appalachia
    • TA positions – academic support for students/faculty
    • General Administration
    • CELTS – community work on- and off-campus
    • Development – fundraising
    • Student Government
    • Residence Life
    • Forestry Management
    • Continuous Improvement
    • Office of Sustainability

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