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outdoors, installing and repairing solar panels and wind turbines, respectively. Some science professionals launch their own businesses, which can be both fun and very rewarding. Job opportunities are available throughout the United States and the world. Science professionals play such an important role in our modern world that there are jobs almost anywhere, although many positions are found in big cities. The renewable energy sector is somewhat different than many science fields in that wind turbines, solar farms, geothermal plants, and other green energy facilities are often located in rural areas. If you pursue opportunities in these fields, you should be ready to relocate, if necessary. IS A CAREER IN SCIENCE RIGHT FOR ME? Test your interest. How many of these statements do you agree with? ___ My favorite class in school is science. ___ I also enjoy computer science classes. ___ I like to learn about scientific breakthroughs. ___ I like to build and fix things. ___ I am curious about how things work. ___ I like to invent things. ___ I am creative and have a good imagination. ___ I like to build electronics and other things that require electricity. ___ I am good at math.

___ I enjoy doing science experiments. ___ I enjoy coming up with ideas on how to solve the world’s problems.

If many of the statements above describe you, then you should consider a career in the sciences. But you don’t need to select a career right now. Check out this book on careers in renewable energy and other books in the series to learn more about occupational paths in the sciences and related fields. Good luck with your career exploration!

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