What Can I Do With A Degree In Sociology?
Careers
A degree in sociology opens the door to a wide range of career paths and opportunities for making a meaningful impact in society. B.A. and B.S. graduates of our programs can pursue roles in social research, data analysis, public policy, education, community development, human resources, and criminal justice, among many others. With strong analytical, communication, and critical thinking skills, sociology majors are well-equipped to work in government agencies, non-profits, healthcare, and corporate sectors.
See below for a list of Careers for Sociology and Applied Sociology Majors. Also, make sure to follow the links provided to "Our Internship Program" and "Our Students and Alumni" for more career ideas and information!
Education & Research
- Social Researcher
- Grant Writer
- Data Scientist
- Program Evaluator
- Demographer
- Teacher
- Admissions Officer
- Alumni Relations Representative
- Literacy Tutor
- Student Services Professional
- Academic and Career Counselor
Business
- Training and Development Specialist
- Human Resources Representative
- Employee Immigration Specialist
- Insurance Representative
- Quality Assurance
- Diversity Trainer & Recruiter
- Social Media Director
- Sales Representative
- Labor Organizer
Non-Profit & Social Services
- Case Management Worker
- Youth/Elderly Services
- Recreation Specialist
- Immigration Specialist
- Migrant Worker Advocate
- Home Energy Assistance Representative
- Academic Mentor
- Domestic Violence Victim Advocate
- Sexual Assault Response Coordinator
- Adoption Specialist
- Community Center Director
- Vocational Counselor
- Peace Corps Worker
- AmeriCorps Worker
Marketing
- Market Research Analyst
- Public Relations Specialist
- Writer
- Journalist
- Editor
- Advertising Representative
- Consumer Researcher
- Project Manager
Government & Law
- Housing Specialist
- Urban and Regional Planner
- Social and Community Service Manager
- Education Administrator
- Transportation Planner
- Police Officer
- Criminal Investigator
- Pre-Sentence Investigator
- Paralegal
- Probation/Parole Officer
- Legislative Aid
- Census Researcher
Healthcare
- Social and Human Services Assistant
- Family Planning Specialist
- Nutritionist
- Case Manager
- Hospital Administrator
- Assisted Living Management
- Gerontologist
- Program Development
