​Alumni Success

A crucial question in choosing a major is "Can I find a job when I graduate?" The UWSP Department of Chemistry plays a central role in helping its graduates find satisfying and appropriate employment upon completion of the chemistry or biochemistry major. This is done by personal referral and exposure of students to current openings. The department also provides individual assistance, as requested, in preparing resumes and applications and on how to handle a job interview. Personal letters of recommendation are also available from faculty familiar with the student's performance record. These letters might be written by the students instructor in a particular course, academic advisor, and research advisor.

 

UWSP graduates in chemistry and biochemistry are very competitive in today's job market. About 35% of UWSP chemistry and biochemistry graduates go on to graduate or professional schools. Schools across the country have a high regard for the chemistry program at UWSP and vie competitively for our graduates. Successful job placement is usually attained within six months of graduation.