# Health Sciences
**Source**: https://careernetwork.msu.edu/channels/health-sciences/
**Parent**: https://careernetwork.msu.edu/channels/international-student/
**Welcome to the Health Sciences Interest Area.** This page has been tailored to this specific interest area and its industry-related opportunities for students and alumni. Explore relevant blog posts, videos, [events](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/events/), and career resources.
People who are interested in Health Sciences may be interested in careers that focus on the way that **science** improves the quality of life for **people and/or animals**. Those who pursue careers in health sciences are **curious and empathetic critical thinkers who are driven to help others.**
To discuss career opportunities and how to prepare for roles in this interest area, schedule an appointment with a career advisor through [Handshake](https://msucareertools.campuscareerinnovations.com/resources/handshake/).
## Career Pathways
Common career pathways associated with the Health Sciences interest area include but are not limited to:
- medicine
- nursing
- rehabilitation
- research
- public health
Visit the [Career Outcomes](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/outcomes/) page to learn about post-graduation outcomes of MSU students who have received a bachelor’s degree. **Search by major** to find a sampling of employers, employment locations, and names of graduate/professional schools.
## Majors at MSU
While major does not often equal career, it is helpful to have an understanding of majors that are commonly associated with each interest area. Review the [list of majors at MSU](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources/msu-majors-related-to-health-sciences/) that are associated with the Health Sciences Interest Area and learn more about majors, degrees, and program requirements by visiting the [Admissions website](https://admissions.msu.edu/academics/majors-degrees-programs/default.aspx).
## Gain Experience
Gaining experience outside of your degree program helps you to become **career ready**. Employers are looking for evidence of [**transferable skills**](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources/nace-career-readiness-competencies/), and like candidates who have work experience – **whether paid or unpaid.** Experiences help you to build confidence, explore interests, test out organizations and positions, and build skills while expanding your professional network.
There are a lot of great ways to gain experiences and skills. Many opportunities are available for you right at MSU. Consider the following:
- [Volunteer/Community Service](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources/msu-center-for-community-engaged/) – such as at hospitals or animal clinics
- Internships – within a lab or research setting
- Academic Projects/[Undergraduate Research](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources/msu-undergraduate-research/)
- [Part-time jobs](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources/on-campus-jobs/)
- [Education Abroad](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources/msu-office-of-study-abroad/)
- [Student Organizations](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources/msu-registered-student-organization-list/) – Related to [Health Sciences](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources/student-organizations-health-sciences/)
- Shadow a physician
- Work as a medical scribe or a certified nursing assistant (CNA)
## Industry-Related Opportunities
To find organizations and positions of interest within Health Sciences you can utilize:
- **Job Listing and Professional Resource Sites** – Review [industry-specific search engines.](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources/?ctag%5B%5D=job-search&stag%5B%5D=health-sciences&shared_category=health-sciences)
- **Handshake** – More than 60,000 job postings are posted on [Handshake](https://msucareertools.campuscareerinnovations.com/resources/handshake/) for MSU students each year. Use a [search agent](https://support.joinhandshake.com/hc/en-us/articles/218693388-Saved-Job-Searches-and-Alerts) to receive alerts for new employment opportunities that match your specific interests. Follow employers of interest to be updated on their events and job postings.
- **Networking** – The Department of Labor estimates that up to 80% of positions are filled without employer advertising. Learn more under [Network and Connect.](https://msucareertools.campuscareerinnovations.com/channels/network-and-connect/)
- **Professional Organizations** – Join organizations [related to Health Sciences](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources/?ctag%5B%5D=professional-organizations&stag%5B%5D=health-sciences&shared_category=health-sciences) and get recommendations from faculty or alumni on best fit groups.
- **Social Media** – Follow organizations of interest for up-to-date information on their activity. Popular outlets include [LinkedIn](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/resources/linkedin-college-student-how-to-resources/), Twitter, Youtube, and Instagram.
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**26%**
Bachelor's degree graduates continue education.
**77%**
Undergraduate students complete an internship.
**93%**
Bachelor's degree graduates work or continue education.
\*Data Source: Post-graduation [outcomes](https://careernetwork.msu.edu/outcomes/) and experiences of bachelor’s degree recipients (2021-2025).
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