Events at Perimeter
Check out our events that help physicists hone the skills they need to embark on a career that they love.
Careers in academia
Learn more about the academic career progression and view resources to help you pursue this path.
Careers outside of academia
Find out how your training in physics can translate into skills that are highly valued in many industries.
Career Building Internship Opportunities
Graduate students and postdoctoral researchers can supplement their theoretical physics training with external internship opportunities in industry and other sectors.
Resources
Talks, webinars, articles, job boards, and more to help you find a job in Waterloo Region or beyond.
Personal trajectories
Read personal stories from Perimeter residents and alumni who followed a range of career paths.
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Career trajectories news
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When physicists consult
The interests of fundamental researchers and tech companies are not so far apart.
Physicists share their journeys to rewarding careers
Perimeter students and postdocs had an opportunity to explore options and ask questions during two events focused on academia and...
One-day conference highlights the many career options of a physics grad
Advanced training in physics prepares students to be leaders in many fields.
NEWS
Physics: What is it good for? Quite a lot, actually
Students and researchers learned about the myriad opportunities that exist for physicists outside academia at Perimeter’s first Career Trajectories Day.
What is it like to be a woman in physics?
Perimeter students, researchers, and staff share their experiences in celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
How an approach from quantum physics could help save lives
Perimeter graduate explores how causal inference could provide insight into people's health.