Careers in Sociology

A Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology prepares students for future graduate work in sociology that can help them become a professor, researcher, or applied sociologist. The strong liberal arts component also prepares graduates for employment in entry-level positions in a wide variety of other settings. Listed below are examples of jobs that require some of the skills that an undergraduate education in sociology provides.

Social Science Research

Research
Data Analysis
Demography
Market Research
Information Sourcing

Government

Social Statistics
Demography
Public Administration
Policy Analysis
Law Enforcement
Program Development
Human Services
City Planning

Human Services

Counseling
Case Management
Advocacy
Mental Health Services
Administration

Criminal Justice

Corrections
Rehabilitation
Law Enforcement
Judiciary

Education

Teaching
Research

Environment & Society

Health
Local or State Planning
Advocacy
Consulting
Regional Services

Business

Human Resources
Training and Development
Recruiting
Management
Sales
Marketing
Public Relations
Office Administration

Tips and General Information:

Internships, part-time jobs, summer jobs, and/or volunteer experiences are critical.
To enhance graduate or professional school opportunities, maintain a high GPA, get to know your professors, join student or professional organizations, and pursue relevant experiences outside the classroom.
For human or social service positions, gain experience with population of interest.
Talk with professionals working in areas of interest.
Contact the sociology undergraduate coordinator, Dr. Pamela Tontodonato, to set up an appointment to discuss your courses, career goals, and plans or visit the following links for more information:
- KSU Career Services
- What Can I Do With This Major?