Exploring the Health Professions

What career to pursue?

Many factors may influence your choice of health profession, including:

  • What you enjoy
  • What you’re good at
  • What’s important to you
  • Intellectual interests
  • Work environment
  • Lifestyle
  • Length of training

There are many ways to learn about the different health professions, including website research, shadowing health professionals, attending talks, taking classes, and general self-reflection. We encourage you to meet with advisers to discuss your interest in the diverse health professions options. 


 

Career Compass

The Center for Career Development maintains a database of alumni profiles to help you during your career exploration process.

Alum Profiles

Read short profiles of Princeton alums who have pursued different health professions.

Exploring Careers FAQs

Frequently asked questions about career paths.