Astronomist
From a galaxy far, far away... -Abby Vanden Elzen, 3rd
Career Facts
* Studies the entire universe
* Study different types of waves
*Work done in labs
* Use a lot of tools like telescopes
* Occasional Travel
* Works at night
*Work for universities or government agencies (NASA)
* Design astronomical instruments
* Keen competition for openings
* Challenges
What do you need to do to succeed in this career?
Some science classes that are offered in HighSchool is chemistry, physical science, and astronomy. These would all help when focusing in this field.
Science can deal with different equations and numbers and it would help to have a lot of back round in math. So different math classes should be taken.
One other thing that can be done is joining an astronomy club in HighSchool. One is offered at BayPort and joining could really benefit you later when applying for colleges.
What colleges can you attend to earn a degree for this career?
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Dartmouth, New Hampshire
Wesleyan University, Connecticut
Associations/Professional organization for this career
Job Advertisement
If you are interested in Astronomy help is wanted at the Astronomy Association. You need degrees/majors in Astronomy and Astrophysics. A doctorate degree is usually required for this field. Your pay will be $46.38 and hour and you will be working with lots of equipment while studying. If you want to apply to this opening call 1-888-Uranus.