Cognitive Science is a versatile degree that can lead to jobs and careers in many different areas. Visit the department website, watch the videos below, or scroll down and select an option under Related Career Fields to see more information about potential careers you can pursue.
Cognitive Science
Related Career Fields
Select a career field below to see some of the various areas it encompasses, types of employers, and some sample occupations.
Education
Career Areas
- University
- Community Colleges
Employers
- Librarian
- Archivist
- Employment counselor
- Researcher
General Information
- Develop and complete research.
- Continue education for PhD to teach in universities.
Human and Social Sciences
Career Areas
- Law Enforcement
- Probation/Parole Officer
- Program Developer
Employers
- Local law enforcement agencies
General Information
- Develop a desire to positively impact humanity.
- Intern with local organizations.
- Join relevant campus clubs and organizations.
- Get involved in community service.
Government
Employers
- Academic departments
- Human Resources
General Information
- Intern with local industry and businesses.
Business
Employers
- Academic departments
- Human Resources
General Information
- Intern with local industry and businesses.
Media
Career Areas
- Journalist
- Market Analyst
- Media Planner
- Media Research
Employers
- TV
- Radio
- Newspapers
- Magazines
General Information
- Strengthen evaluating and interpreting events, information, and ideas.
- Work with campus media outlets.
- Intern or work with local media outlets.
- Get involved with relevant campus clubs and organizations.
Join Organizations
Being active in both student and professional organizations can help boost your career. You'll have the opportunity to network with and learn from peers, mentors, and professionals. Working within these groups helps build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills. You'll gain hands-on experience, showing employers your proactive attitude and commitment to growth, making you a stronger job candidate.
Student Organizations
Check out the organizations listed below, search Laker Life, or talk with a Career Coach to find others.
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General Guidelines and Strategies
- Develop skills in explaining complex scientific research concisely.
- Build and maintain computer knowledge.
- Continue learning about environmental and human needs.
- Develop good verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and reading comprehension skills.
- Build leadership skills.
- Continue education for a PhD to teach in universities.
- Strengthen evaluating and interpreting events, information, and ideas.
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