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A female optometrist giving an older patient an eye exam.

Careers

Previously known as Practice Opportunities, our new Careers page provides an overview of optometry as a career and facilitates networking between students and potential employers. 

An optometry student using a slit lamp to exam a patient's eye

Careers in Optometry

Get the facts about optometry
A young female patient wearing trial lens glasses as the optometrist tests her vision

Student Career Services

Explore practice oportunities
A closeup of trial lens frames in front of a set of trial lenses.

Employers

Learn about posting opportunities
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