Careers
Sociology, anthropology and gerontology majors go on to careers in many different
fields including human services and nonprofit management, healthcare, the justice
system and research, among others.
Career advisement
There are so many things you can do with a degree in anthropology or sociology! But, how do you begin?
Where do you start? Do you want to work for social justice? Help people? Do you like
to work with children? Would you prefer to do research?
Our goal is to help you find a focus for your passion. To help you find the job that
is right for you, we developed an active list of organizations that typically hire
sociology and anthropology students and graduates.
Below is just a small sample of careers available, along with various alumni who are
prospering within the respective fields. Another excellent resource for students to
locate job and internship resources, find specific recommendations, and sign up for
career-related events is the Handshake program offered through the Career Center.
Check out the Handshake program.
Alumni
Want to connect with people already in established careers within various fields?
Check out our Alumni Network.
Career fields
Career Field
Nonprofit, state, and other organizations offer a wide range of jobs in sociology
and anthropology.
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An education in sociology, anthropology, or archaeology can prepare you for job opportunities
around the world.
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For those who wish to help families and children, sociology and anthropology degrees
offer unique careers.
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Do you want to change the world? You are not alone! Many of us go into the sociology
and anthropology fields to become a force for social change.
Career field
There are many career opportunities in the healthcare field that are suitable for
Sociology and Anthropology graduates.
Career Field
Your education in Sociology could help you be a part of the front lines in assisting
with social reform by pursuing a career in law.
Career field
Your training in sociology and anthropology makes you uniquely qualified to conduct
research on human populations!
Career field
Archaeology is one of four fields in anthropology. As such, jobs in archaeology require
unique skills.
