What Can I Do
With An Undergraduate Degree in Chemistry

• chemistry is divided into
  five main areas of study:
  1. analytical chemistry
  2. biochemistry
  3. inorganic chemistry
  4. organic chemistry
  5. physical chemistry

• there are no limits to
  where careers in chemistry
  can lead. There are many
  doors open to chemistry
  majors

• chemistry majors are
  prepared for careers in such
  diverse settings as research,
  education, government, and
  industry and work at various
  levels of responsibility

• obtaining practical
  experience using various
  laboratory equipment and
  high-tech scientific
  quipment and data is
  very beneficial when
  combined with the
  undergraduate degree

Many employers are interested in the skills which chemistry
majors tend to possess. These include:

• ability to make critical observations and appropriate decisions
• ability to operate scientific equipment
• ability to organize and maintain accurate records
• ability to conduct and clearly explain scientific research
• proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and memorization
• sensitivity to the health and safety of others

From: The Metropolitan State College of Denver's Career Opportunities
with a Major in Chemistry Homepage