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Deciding on a career is an important life decision. In order to make an educated decision, reflection on what you want your life to be like is necessary. I would like a job where I can utilize my interest in math and science, have the opportunity to research, create, and develop revolutionary ideas and processes. However, there is more the selecting a career than personal interests. I would like to have a life outside of my job, which would mean I need a structured schedule that is not susceptible to change. Also, I would like to travel quite a bit during my life, and I would need to make enough money to accommodate the expenses of traveling. In addition, I would like to have a job where advancement opportunities are available, …show more content…

According to the Occupation Outlook Handbook chemical engineers use chemistry, biology, physics and math to solve problems. They conduct research, develop new manufacturing processes and design new materials all while having the opportunity to specialize in numerous areas. This means that I would be able to utilize my interest for math and science in day to day life, and this career would match my personal interests.
I conducted an interview with Ryan Winner, a chemical engineering in Cody, to gain insight into the hours and life style of a chemical engineer. He has worked in Cody Laboratories for eight years, and he said that he works hours from nine to three on weekdays and he rarely works during the weekends. Hours can change due to deadlines or meetings but most of the time it is consistent. In addition, Ryan discussed that he chose chemical engineering because he enjoys a challenge and it keeps every day interesting. Chemical engineers often know more about a project than anyone else and he enjoys that kind of responsibility in his life. This career would provide me the structured schedule I want, and it matches my desire of having responsibility and …show more content…

Industry chemical engineering jobs require a lot of on the job training, and the information takes a while to learn. Switching companies would mean starting over with job training, and it could be a setback in a career. Also, working on a research project requires familiarity with the project, so it may be a while before a person can contribute. Switching research requires time to become familiar with the project, so this would also set a career behind. While moving companies may be a hurdle in a career path, there is no shortage of jobs for chemical engineers. It would be possible to move somewhere new and find a job easily, as long as it is in a sizeable

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