Welcome to Physical & Natural Sciences career community. We all interact with the physical and natural world. As the need for innovation in this community intensifies, many industries will require the best and brightest minds to discover and create new solutions.

The Physical & Natural Sciences Career Community prepares students to be leaders in an increasingly sophisticated scientific society through research, innovation and public service. Physical sciences generally focus on the study of non-living systems and natural sciences on objects observable in nature; positions in this field often work in laboratories, conduct experiments, analyze findings, operate necessary equipment, and develop tests and theories in a private research laboratory, government agency, or as a teacher.

Meet with Grace Kutney, the interim career advisor for the physical and natural sciences community.

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Already joined the PHN career community? Go to the PHN Resource Portal. You'll find career-specific resources related to the physical and natural sciences, such as environment, natural resources, and wildlife; engineering; scientific research and development, and more!

Career Development Resources 

Don't know how to start looking for an internship or job? Need help writing a resume or cover letter? Check out these useful guides.

Nicole Chodkowski, Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology, searches for snails while working on summer research Monday, July 19, 2021, at Sawyer Creek Nature Trail And Oak Savanah Forest in Oshkosh, Wis. Photo by Danny Damiani

Workshops and Programs

Upcoming events pulled directly from Handshake will appear below.

  • Mon, 08/18/2025 - 11:28am
    When: Thursday, September 4th 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm CDT Join the Chevron Team for this virtual information session that will include members of our University Relations Team and a panel of experts in the fields of Facilities Engineering, Wells Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, and Health Safety & Environment. This session is designed to provide students with an overview of Chevron Engineering Functions, our Intern Program, and career opportunities.

  • Mon, 08/25/2025 - 11:00am
    When: Tuesday, September 9th 2025, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm CDT Want to know what it's like to be an intern at Evergy?Join us for a virtual information session to learn about our company and intern program - then hear from a panel of Evergy employees. If you're curious about interning with Evergy or want to learn more about the energy industry, this is your opportunity to ask candid questions!Choose the session you'd like to attend to reserve your spot! All sessions will be hosted live on Microsoft Teams.

Internship Spotlight 

Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ has existing partnerships with local and national arts organizations, such as: 

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With a mission to connect people in cities to nature and each other, the Urban Ecology Center has a vision to inspire generations to build environmental curiosity, understanding, and respect. Lawrentians in recent years have been hired in both internships and full-time roles.

Explore more internship opportunities with existing partners.

Get Funding for Internships 

As a Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ student, you're eligible to apply for funding to support summer internships. Funding can help defray transportation costs, living expenses, and more so you can pursue opportunities that will expand your classroom learning and help you acquire important transferrable skills for future success.

Get funding

Relevant Student Organizations 

Joining a student organization can connect you with peers with similar interests and goals. Get involved, learn, experience, and give back. 

  • Society of Physics Students
  • Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ Womxn in Physics

Alumni Connections

Alumni can offer invaluable insights into your fields of interest and provide career advice to help you reach your goals.  

These Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ alumni are currently working in the physical or natural sciences:

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  • , Project Scientist, Family Care R&E Kleenex Brand
  • , Conservation Biologist at State of Wisconsin

Connect with Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½ÊÓƵ Alumni on LUAA on LinkedIn for an informational interview.

Prepare for an informational interview

Not sure where or how to start with an informational interview? We've got your back!

Professional Associations

Professional associations are a great source of field-specific information, career path ideas, and networking contacts. Examples of associations for professionals in the physical and natural sciences: