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Oliver
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New Albany, Mississippi
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I want to work in sociology or history but I can't find any careers that aren't teaching. I'm having a hard time finding one's that I want to do. Please help.
I'm in 11th grade and I don't know what to pursue
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Lirio Delgado
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Phoenix, Arizona
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You could consider becoming a researcher, where you look into social trends or historical events for companies or government agencies. Another option is to work as a policy analyst, studying social issues and suggesting improvements for non-profits or the government. If you enjoy history, working in a museum could be fulfilling, whether you manage exhibits or educate visitors.
Social work is another path, where you support individuals and communities facing challenges. Writing about social issues or history for articles or websites can also be a good fit. You might find opportunities in non-profits that focus on social causes or historical preservation. Urban planning could be interesting too, as it involves designing cities with an understanding of how people interact.
Lastly, working in human resources allows you to help manage workplace culture and employee relations. Trying out internships or volunteering in these areas can help you figure out what you like best!
Social work is another path, where you support individuals and communities facing challenges. Writing about social issues or history for articles or websites can also be a good fit. You might find opportunities in non-profits that focus on social causes or historical preservation. Urban planning could be interesting too, as it involves designing cities with an understanding of how people interact.
Lastly, working in human resources allows you to help manage workplace culture and employee relations. Trying out internships or volunteering in these areas can help you figure out what you like best!
Thank ypu! You mentioned so many that I didn't even think about. Very helpful!!
Oliver
Vishnu Saroj
Welder
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Delhi, DL
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Vishnu’s Answer
After college, here are some effective ways to find jobs in your career choice.
Networking: Connect with professors, alumni, and industry professionals through LinkedIn or networking events.
Job Boards: Use websites like Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn to search for job openings specific to your field.
Company Websites: Identify companies you’re interested in and check their career pages for job listings.
Internships: Consider applying for internships, which can lead to full-time positions.
Career Fairs: Attend career fairs hosted by your college or local organizations to meet potential employers.
Professional Associations: Join relevant associations in your field for access to job listings and networking opportunities.
Social Media: Follow companies and industry leaders on platforms like Twitter and LinkedIn for job announcements.
Recruitment Agencies: Partner with agencies that specialize in your field for job placement assistance.
Cold Outreach: Reach out to companies directly to inquire about potential openings, even if they're not advertised.
Refine Your Resume and Cover Letter: Tailor your application materials to highlight relevant skills and experiences for each job.
Networking: Connect with professors, alumni, and industry professionals through LinkedIn or networking events.
Job Boards: Use websites like Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn to search for job openings specific to your field.
Company Websites: Identify companies you’re interested in and check their career pages for job listings.
Internships: Consider applying for internships, which can lead to full-time positions.
Career Fairs: Attend career fairs hosted by your college or local organizations to meet potential employers.
Professional Associations: Join relevant associations in your field for access to job listings and networking opportunities.
Social Media: Follow companies and industry leaders on platforms like Twitter and LinkedIn for job announcements.
Recruitment Agencies: Partner with agencies that specialize in your field for job placement assistance.
Cold Outreach: Reach out to companies directly to inquire about potential openings, even if they're not advertised.
Refine Your Resume and Cover Letter: Tailor your application materials to highlight relevant skills and experiences for each job.
Thank you so much for the advice.
Oliver
Charya Ekanayake
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Charya’s Answer
Hi Oliver, this is a great question! I once was someone who wanted to major in history and/or sociology to find my career and changed my mind due to the same reason as I thought my career will be limited. Although my career path changed, later on I met people who worked in Civil Society Organizations in various countries as Social Scientists or Research officers. Some were working with the federal government such as the USAID, U.S State Department. Others I have met have worked in Non Profits such as Chemonics International, CARE international, National Democratic Institute, The National Endowment for Democracy, Amnesty International etc. Some of them were sedentary desk roles, while others were more field work and research. I have also met scholars that worked in Universities, who are now traveling abroad analyzing and researching on various topics of interest to them, and they go onto become published scholars/authors. If exploring areas of politics or law is of interest to you, History and Sociology are majors that students study during their Bachelors so that they can go into these fields. Historian, Archeologist are also great career paths. One thing that helped me navigate my career was researching on various people in LinkedIn from departments /organization of my interest and reading through their career journey including their academics, I have blind emailed/messaged on LinkedIn to network. The best possible way that I got career advice was through simply reaching out to people in the field that I am interested in via LinkedIn, you will be surprised by how many are willing to help and advice. Overall, Sociology and history are both fairly broad and my advice to you is to research and network with people in these fields so you get a sense of different career paths out there for the major you like. Good luck!
Pamela Faith
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Pamela’s Answer
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Thank you, Pamela for the advice.
Oliver
Ashlie Schrock
Registered Phlebotomist
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Texarkana, Arkansas
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Ashlie’s Answer
Social worker, Public relations specialist, Public policy analyst, Community development, Journalist, Digital marketing manager, Youth development, Other careers that sociology majors can pursue include: Market research analyst, Learning and development specialist, and Community development executive.
This was super helpful, thank you!
Oliver
Hadley Schnieders
ABA Line Tech
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Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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Hadley’s Answer
Hi Oliver! I am currently studying sociology in college and am very intrigued by everything I have learned so far. I plan on continuing my education into Graduate school and taking the test to become a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst. If this is not something that sparks your interest, many of my peers have found their career goals in the law enforcement and criminal justice setting. Sociology and history are both fairly broad majors that give the student plenty of options to pursue in the future!
Thank you!
Oliver
Martha Kramer
Corporate Training, Communications
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Stamford, Connecticut
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Martha’s Answer
This is an excellent question, Oliver, and you have gotten great advice already.
More possible fields open up when you focus more on the skills these fields of study would give you as opposed to just the knowledge. For example, both history and sociology strengthen your analytical and writing skills, as well as your research and data skills. Many, many fields would need those skills.
I have added some links below with ideas for jobs (also salary ranges). Once you are in college, you could get further advice from your professors, department chairs, and career center.
Good luck!
Indeed.com jobs for sociology majors - https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/sociology-degree-jobs
Indeed.com jobs for history majors - https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/history-degree-jobs
The Muse - https://www.themuse.com/advice/history-degree-major-jobs-careers
More possible fields open up when you focus more on the skills these fields of study would give you as opposed to just the knowledge. For example, both history and sociology strengthen your analytical and writing skills, as well as your research and data skills. Many, many fields would need those skills.
I have added some links below with ideas for jobs (also salary ranges). Once you are in college, you could get further advice from your professors, department chairs, and career center.
Good luck!
Martha recommends the following next steps:
Amanda Laliberte
Currently Unemployed, Passionate about helping students through their academic journeys.
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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Amanda’s Answer
Hi Oliver! I graduated with a Master's in Sociology and once had these same concerns. However, through my professional development seminar course in graduate school, I was able to learn about how the skills you will develop in a program like Sociology or History can be translated into the professional work environment in a number of ways.
Sociology and History majors teach you skills like communication, writing, public speaking, research, and much more. There are many jobs that require these types of skills that you can leverage once you have completed your degrees.
For example, you can do research for a company in an industry that interests you, you can work in a university without necessarily teaching (student success centers), you can work for non-profit companies that are doing amazing work to lessen inequality and other issues. You could become a technical writer in a field that you enjoy. The opportunities are endless!
Start to think about what interests you in your studies
Reflect on the types of skills you are acquiring through your degree
Research jobs that need employees who have those skills
Try an internship
Sociology and History majors teach you skills like communication, writing, public speaking, research, and much more. There are many jobs that require these types of skills that you can leverage once you have completed your degrees.
For example, you can do research for a company in an industry that interests you, you can work in a university without necessarily teaching (student success centers), you can work for non-profit companies that are doing amazing work to lessen inequality and other issues. You could become a technical writer in a field that you enjoy. The opportunities are endless!
Amanda recommends the following next steps: