Career questions tagged english
English, like communications, is a staple in every career and school. Someone wanting to pursue a career for English majors can look to technical writing, librarians, lawyers, and a lot more. For more information, please read below. Read more Show less
What is the most effective path I can take to get me into the writing industry after I start college?
I'm currently a senior in high school, and while my dream is to become a published writer, I know that isn't a very sustainable career right out of the gate. What options do I have to get a job within the English world that will give me connections or experience to help publish my work later on?
Kingsport
How can I find publishing internships near me #Spring25?
How can I find publishing internships near me? #Spring25
Temecula
How do I source a writing internship/job?
How does one assertain a writing job with no prior experience? Please refrain from vague responses about "networking." What should I expect post-BA? Creative Writing English Major
Richmond
What kind of careers can be pursued with an English Literature degree?
I am graduating from a Community College in a few weeks and am going on to a 4-year university to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature, but I am trying to compile a list of realistic career options to seriously research and look into in the next several months. I have so far gathered Education, Editing, and Proofreading. Any further ideas?
Nashville
How do I begin the publishing process after writing a novel?
I am an aspiring fiction writer with no ties to the industry. If I were to complete a novel, I do not know how I would get it out there.
Perryville
Where do I learn good marketing skills for my novel?
Still deciding whether to be self-published or go by a publishing company.
Delano
What is one thing I should look out for when teaching English to high school students??
I'm still a senior in high school, graduating in May of 2025. I want to be an English teacher because it's something I'm really passionate about and I can't wait for other people to learn the curriculum. I'm worried that I might appear boring to some of the students I teach so I'd love some advice on how to keep them interested in the future.
United States
What is the best way to become a professor, if there is one?
I've heard from different people that you ought to become a high school teacher first, at least in English. I've also heard that you should just go get your master's and apply to jobs after that, but that doesn't align with the Internet research I have done. For some context, I would like to become a creative writing professor.
Santa Clarita
What are some good career opportunities for an English teacher after clearing the CTET exam?
I am currently pursuing a B.Ed. degree after completing my masters in English literature. I have previously worked in as an English language trainer and I have also worked part time as a phonics teacher.
Tiruchirapalli EastDifferences between teaching a High School class and a middle school class, without the obvious difference of maturity?
I've already cut elementary teaching out of the picture because I enjoy the more mature conversations and the support you may bring to middle or high school kids but I don't exactly know where to go.
Antwerp
How can you help me to find scholarships towards my major?
I am a first generation freshman English Education major at Southern Connecticut State University. I am excited to be studying at Southern but am concerned about the cost.
New HavenHow is it possible to make a living in a creative field like writing?
I've been writing for years in my hometown, and doing well for my age, but what are some tips for making it a career in life?
St. PetersburgHow can I blend my passion for the Classics with advocacy work on campus, and what advice do you have for finding or creating spaces where these two interests can intersect?
-I am a classics and English major - I am passionate about justice and hope to be a justice someday - I love to do random projects like painting historical peg dolls and writing creative writing stories - I am looking to find avenues in college where I can bland my passions together - I am accepted to Columbia so I am hoping to be in NYC for the next 4 years
San Antonio
What careers have people gone into that utilize both English and Spanish degrees? #Spring25
I would like to double major, but I am not sure what occupations would include both of my areas of interest.
Beaver Falls
How can students maximize their abliltiy to contribute positively to both themselves and their community/society?
I will soon graduate high school and move into upper education, and I'd like to know how my learning can be helpful to not only myself but the people around me. I am passionate about writing and want to use my skills and new skills I will learn to be able to positively influence society while also benefitting my future, so that I may continue to contribute to society in positive ways. I would like to learn the steps I can take down this path and expand my options for the future and my potential to be successful with my goals.
Wildwood
What should I watch/read/listen to in the world of absurdism/existentialism literature or the two theories themselves?
After reading Camus' The Stranger and learning a little about Kafka, I've become fascinated with the ideas of absurdism and existentialism. If anyone can recommended me any YouTube videos, similar novels to Stranger, or any podcasts or audiobooks on said topics, I'd really appreciate it. I'm studying to become an English teacher, or film history professor on said topics.
Fontana
Which sub will be best for future job sector Textile or English ?
Hello, I'm from Bangladesh. I'm getting ready to join my University. So,i want to know which sub will help me to getting a good job after my graduation. I'm from a middle class family so i have to make the decision wisely, i have to support my family after my graduation so plz help me which subject should i choice? Which will give me a Better job opportunity in my country?
Rajshahi
Requesting assistance and or ideas to improve my English fluency to better communicate with locals and develop my business. I am relocating to another country and will start a small business there.?
I am relocating to another country and will start a small business there. I want to learn English fluency to communicate with people and develop my business by having English speaking skills. I am currently at a B1-B2 level of proficiency. Can anyone suggest how I can do this? I need some help finding sites and online resources for speaking, vocabulary and grammar resources
JohannesburgHow can i get career counseling in Pakistan ?I have done FSc pre medical on parents demand.
I have selected some subjects like Political Science,IR and English literature for css.Are they professional enough and what other jobs these provides
Lahore CityHow can i get career counseling in Pakistan ?
I have selected some subjects like Political Science,IR and English literature for css.Are they professional enough and what other jobs these provides
Lahore CityI need some tips and opinions on this!
Hello everyone. I need to choose career path that i will study and i cant choose which one. I live in Kazakhstan and in future i want to study abroad in UK. I thought to choose forensics science but im afraid i dont know much about chemistry and biology but i will study intensely. I also thought about studying English literature since its much easier but its not really interesting to me (at all) and my parents dont want to me studying about crime and etc. If you study/working with forensic science i would really like to hear some tips! And other people too. Can i become forensic scientist in UK in the future?
Aktobe
why is effective communication important?
why is effective communication important?
Trenton
I am wanting to explore my career, are there any colleges with a good English department?
I am in seventh grade and I want to be an English major. I live in Pittsfield Mass. and I want to go to college in either a state near Massachusetts or in Massachusetts.
Great Barrington
What are the average yearly salary of someone in the English Language Arts field??
At school, I enjoy reading, writing, and history, while my hobbies include sports and reading. A idea I'm passionate about is the thought of writing poem's and novels, yet I don't know if it is a realistic career after college and if I should begging searching for a different career idea. I want to be happy and have a good salary so people help me. I also enjoy creative writing.
Great Barrington