Philosophy-Psychology 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.
Philosophy-Psychology
Related Career Fields
Select a career field below to see some of the various areas it encompasses, types of employers, and some sample occupations.
Social/Community Services
Career Areas
- Clergy Member
- Social Worker
- Counselor
- Community Service Director
Employers
- Social service agencies
- Non-profit organizations
- Churches and ministries
- Museums
General Information
- Pursue graduate programs for therapy and administrative work.
- Gain experience with peer and youth counseling and referrals.
- Acquire certification in your state.
- Develop excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Seek internships/work with population of choice.
Government
Career Areas
- Foreign Service Operator
- Immigration Inspector
- Intelligence Specialist
Employers
- Federal government
- State or local government agencies
General Information
- Consider a minor in political science or business.
- Learn federal, state, and local job application processes.
- Develop excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Obtain internship/volunteer experience in area of interest.
- Gain experience with research and grant/proposal writing.
Writing and Research
Career Areas
- Writer
- Training Instructor
- Columnist
- Commentator
- Archivist
- Anthropologist
Employers
- Non-profit organizations
- Colleges and universities
- Research firms
- Museums
- Magazines
- Newspapers
- Professional journals
- Archives
General Information
- Pursue graduate school opportunities for nearly all positions.
- Acquire experience with grant and research proposal writing.
- Gain awareness of current literature and hot topics in the field.
- Develop excellent oral communication and presentation skills.
Education
Career Areas
- Teaching
- Research
- Administration
Employers
- Community education programs
- Colleges and universities
General Information
- Pursue an advanced degree to teach at the college and university level.
- Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Pursue graduate programs for most positions.
- Gain leadership experience.
- Seek part-time and summer employment in educational settings.
- Develop ability to motivate self and others.
Business
Career Areas
- Administrative Official
- Researcher
- Public Relations Specialist
Employers
- Corporations
- Non-profit organizations
- Consulting firms
General Information
- Consider a double major or minor in business.
- Acquire internships or part-time work in area of specialization.
- Plan on acquiring experience, advanced education, and certification.
- Develop excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Gain debate and mediation experience.
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
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General Guidelines and Strategies
- Develop good written and oral communication skills.
- Gain leadership skills.
- Double major or minor in any number of fields to make yourself more marketable and knowledgeable.
- Obtain a master's degree in social work or counseling as well as applicable state licensure for therapy positions.
- Supplement curriculum with courses in political science, public administration, or business.
- Serve on college newspaper staff.
- Develop excellent desktop publishing skills.
- Take courses in journalism, advertising, public relations, or English.
- Minor in business.
- Gain related experience through internships or part-time jobs.
- Obtain leadership role(s) in campus organization(s).
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