'What is ...?' Career Seminars

The ECM "What is...?" event series shines a spotlight on the many and varied careers that use mathematics. Through talks and discussions with professionals working across different sectors, these events provide an opportunity to explore what people in these roles actually do, how they got there, and the skills they use in their day-to-day work.

Whether you are a student considering future opportunities, an early-career mathematician exploring different pathways, or simply curious about where a mathematics background can lead, the series offers valuable insights from those working in the field.

Previous events have featured professionals working as Quantitative Analysts, AI Assurers, Mathematics Communicators, Software Engineers, Actuarial Analysts, Operational Researchers, and Data Scientists, highlighting the breadth of careers available to those with mathematical skills.