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
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
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
Career Talk: Being a Major League Baseball Bullpen Catcher
The average length of a Major League Baseball playing career is just shy of six years. Casey Chavez has worn the cap and the jersey – shoot... Read More
Best College Baseball Programs of the Past Decade
The players aren’t being paid and the sport isn’t drawing in the most fans, but college baseball programs are multi-million dollar... Read More