Careers
We recommend carefully researching different career paths before committing to one, as this can impact your life for years to come. Check out ValuePenguin's industry analyses and expert interviews to learn more about potential careers.
Employees Value Job Perks More Than Salaries
You could be overestimating the value of that workplace happy hour. Read More
How to Become an Optometrist
The route to becoming an optometrist is straightforward. You’ll need to complete a four-year Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) program that... Read More
What's It Like Being an Accountant?
"You must be good with numbers." Phillip Cheung, a Maryland-based CPA, has heard the common refrain, but the work of accountants and... Read More
Best Cities for Mental Health Counselors
Mental health Counselors is a job related to psychology, where growth in job opportunities are expected to grow. Here are some of the best... Read More
What It's Like Being a Casualty Actuary
Like doctors and lawyers, actuaries must pass a series of exams to gain status, standing and, ahem, salary in the workplace. Uniquely,... Read More
What's It Like Being a Banknote Designer?
With several layers of security just to get to his desk, the U.S. Department of the Treasury let Thompson (and historian Dr. Frank Noll,... Read More
Best Cities for Dentists
Few people actually like going to the dentist, although 62% of American adults (ages 18 to 64) made at least one visit in 2013, according... Read More
What It's Like Being a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Simply saying that Lisa Cimperman is a registered dietitian (RD) wouldn't be a fair description of her actual job. She's not just advising... Read More
Villanova Management Information Systems (MIS) - Jeanette Ding
Jeanette is a senior, doubling-majoring in Management Information Systems (MIS) and Finance with a minor in Business Analytics. She's... Read More