What Can I Do with a Major in…
Pre-Veterinary
The pre-veterinary program prepares students to enter veterinary schools. Those who choose not to pursue a degree in veterinary science often go on to major in biology, chemistry, ecology, zoology, or other related disciplines. Veterinarians find work in private animal practices, biological research facilities, pharmaceuticals, government agencies, and other industries related to the care of animals. Those who complete the pre-veterinary program may also find work in those settings as assistants and technicians.
The following occupations represent some career opportunities available to pre-veterinary majors. Some will require additional education. For more information visit the Career Center in Lucina 220
Agricultural Zoologist
Animal Breeder
Animal Disease Control Technician
Animal Research Technician
Animal Trainer
Biologist
Biomedical Researcher
Chemist
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Conservation Assistant
Conservationist
Environmental Health Specialist
Food and Safety Technician
Food Scientist/Technologist
Laboratory Technician
Marine Biologist
Medical Technician
Museum Curator
Nature Educator
Park Ranger
Pharmaceutical Representative
Pharmaceutical Technician, Veterinary
Photographer, Scientific
Public Health Specialist
Teacher, Science/Math
Toxicologist
Veterinarian
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Supplies Representative
Veterinary Technician
Wildlife Biologist
Zoo Keeper
Resources available in the Career Center, LU 220:
Career Opportunities in Science (OCC 191)
Careers in Focus: Animal Care (OCC 8.5)
Career in Focus: Technicians (OCC 209.89)
Careers with Animals (OCC 8.8)
Great Jobs for Biology Majors (OCC 17.5)
Opportunities in Animal and Pet Care Careers (OCC 9)
Opportunities in Chemistry Careers (OCC 34)
Opportunities in Marine and Maritime Careers (OCC 132)
Opportunities in Veterinary Medicine Careers (OCC 222)
Opportunities in Zoo Careers (OCC 250)
Websites:
Department of Biology Pre-Veterinary Curriculum:
http://www.bsu.edu/web/biology/Pre-med/Pre-Vet.htm
Great Links to Explore (BSU Career Center)
American Veterinary Medical Association: http://www.avma.org/
America ’s Career InfoNet: http://www.acinet.org
Employment Outlook: http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0854971.html
IndianaINTERNnet: http://www.indianaintern.net/home.asp
Internships.com
Internships USA.com
Vault Career Insider
ONET: http://online.onetcenter.org
Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco/
Pre-Veterinary Medical Association (Univ. of Michigan):
http://www.umich.edu/~prevet/links.html
Salary Wizard: http://www.salary.com
Volunteer Match: http://www.volunteermatch.org