Dietitians run food service systems for institutions such as hospitals and schools, promote sound eating habits through education, and conduct research. Major areas of practice include clinical, community, management, and consultant dietetics.

Increased interest in nutrition has led to opportunities in food manufacturing, advertising, and marketing, in which dietitians analyze foods, prepare literature for distribution, or report on issues such as the nutritional content of recipes, dietary fiber, or vitamin supplements.

Career Sources and Professional Organizations

	Allied Health Careers  **NEW**
	Allied Health Opportunities
	American Dietetic Association
	American Hospital Association
	American Public Health Association
	America's Health Care Source
	Dietetics On-Line
	HealthCare Jobs Online
	Kaiser Permanente Jobs (in San Diego)
	Nutritionist Jobs.com
	Nutrition Navigator
	Palomar Pomerado Health Job Openings (in North San Diego County)
	Scripps Clinic Employment (in San Diego)
	Scripps Health Employment (in San Diego)
	Sharp Healthcare's Online Career Center (in San Diego)
	The Blonz Guide, Nutrition, Food & Health Resources
	Today's Diet and Nutrition magazine **NEW**
	Today's Dietitian magazine **NEW**
	Tri-City Medial Center Job Openings (in North San Diego County)

Sample Job Titles

Entry Level:		Experienced:
	Dietetic Technician		Diabetes Educator
	Food Service Manager		Nutrition Consultant
	Nutrition Educator		Nutrition Researcher
	Nutrition Specialist		Pediatric Dietitian
	Weight Loss Counselor		Registered Dietitian
	WIC Nutritionist		Sports Dietitian

Enhancing Employability

	Participate in internships.
	Talk to local dietetics professionals about their job experiences and training.
	Check to see if there are part time employment or volunteer opportunities
	Ability to work independently.
	Ability to identify and solve problems.
	Focus on science classes such as Biology, Anatomy, and Chemistry.