Science & Technology

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