This 10th edition of Physics World Careers brings you the latest mix of what physicists are doing in 2026. It includes an exclusive article featuring two leaders from the UK’s intelligence agency GCHQ, a spotlight on the many jobs in nuclear energy, as well as tips from careers-advice experts. As always, we have a comprehensive “Employer directory”, where you can meet the companies and institutions currently hiring physics graduates. If you’re ready to start your job search, do explore all the latest opportunities on the Physics World Jobs portal, where you can find vacancies in physics and engineering for people at all career stages.

Physics World Careers is here to shine a light on the full spectrum of the work being done by physicists in various sectors across the globe, and we hope that it helps you and all future generations of physicists on their own career journeys.

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