You May Be Investigative
If you are: inquisitive, analytical, scientific, observant, precise, independent, cautious, curious
If you can: solve math problems, understand physics theories, interpret formulas, think abstractly, perform experiments
If you like to: xplore ideas, use computers, work independently, read scientific or technical magazines, analyze data, take science courses
If you relate to the Investigative occupational type then your Michigan Career Pathway is most likely Natural Resources and Agri-Science and/or Health Sciences.
Careers in this path are related to agriculture, the environment and natural resources. These include agricultural sciences, earth sciences, environmental sciences, fisheries, forestry, horticulture and wildlife.
Based on Personality types developed by John Holland, Ph.D.
Explore These Possible Investigative Career Areas
The Academic Programs referenced below are not necessarily the only programs offered by departments, but are meant to reflect the Career Areas referred to.
| Career Areas | Academic Programs Offered by NMU | Academic Department |
| Biologist | Biology, Botany, Ecology | Biology Department 2001 New Science Facility, 227-2310 |
| Botanist | Biology, Botany, Ecology | Biology Department 2001 New Science Facility, 227-2310 |
| Chemical Engineer | Chemistry, Biochemistry | Chemistry Department 3301 New Science Facility, 227-2911 |
| Chemist | Chemistry, Biochemistry, Water Science | Chemistry Department 3301 New Science Facility, 227-2911 |
| Clinical Laboratory Scientist | Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Clinical Laboratory Technician | Clinical Laboratory Science Department 3515 West Science, 227-2930 |
| Dentist | Pre-Dentistry | Chemistry Department 3301 New Science Facility, 227-2911 |
| Economist | Economics | Economics Department 208 Cohodas, 227-2220 |
| Experimental Psychologist | Psychology/Grad Prep | Psychology Department 346 Gries, 227-2935 |
| Geographer | Environmental Conservation, Human Geography | Geography Department 3001 New Science Facility, 227-2500 |
| Mathematician | Mathematics, Computational Mathematics | Math and Computer Science Department 1001 New Science Facility, 227-2020 |
| Pharmacist | Pre-Pharmacy | Chemistry Department 3301 New Science Facility, 227-2911 |
| Physician | Pre-Medicine, Physiology | Chemistry Department 3301 New Science Facility, 227-2911 |
| Physicist | Physics | Physics Department 2515 West Science, 227-2450 |
| Sociologist | Sociology, Applied Sociology | Sociology/Social Work Department 130 Gries, 227-2706 |
| Soil Conservation Technician | Environmental Conservation, Human Geography | Geography Department 213 West Scien, 227-2500 |
| Technical Writer | Writing | English Department 229 Gries, 227-2711 |
| Veterinarian | Zoology, Pre-Veterinary | Biology Department 2001 New Science Facility, 227-2310 |
| Science Technologist | Science Technician, Science Technologist | Clinical Laboratory Science Department 3515 West Science, 227-2930 |
| Zoologist | Zoology | Biology Department 2001 New Science Facility, 227-2310 |
Internships, Volunteer, and Job Possibilities
- Counseling Center
- Engineering Firm
- Government Agency
- Hospital
- Michigan DNR
- Pharmaceutical Firm
- Physician's Office
- Scientific Publication
- US Fish and Wildlife Service
- Veterinary Clinic
For more information contact Career Services at 227-2800.
Student Organizations
A listing of all NMU Student Organziations is available at The Hub, linked below. For more information, contact the Center for Student Enrichment.
The Academic and Career Advisement Center Staff, 3302 C.B. Hedgcock Bldg, 227-1971, can provide you with more information on careers and majors which match this occupation type, as well as the career planning process.