Sociology
Career Options for Sociology Majors

Sociology is the study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior.
Sociology investigates the structure of groups, organizations, and societies. The subject matter ranges from intimate
groups and families to large groups, organizations, and institutions. Few fields have such broad scope and relevance
for research, theory, and the application of knowledge. (American Sociological Association, "Careers in Sociology",
Second Edition. 1995.)

The following job titles are related to the field of Sociology. Some may require study beyond the Bachelor of Arts level.
This is not a complete list of possible careers for Sociology graduates, but simply provides some suggestions of
potential positions.

 

CAREER OPTIONS
Athletic Administrator/Coach
Biographer
Child Care Worker
City Manager/Urban Planner
College/University Administrator
Community Organization Manager
Consultant
Consumer Affairs Advocate
Counselor
Criminologist
Demographer
Educator
Field Supervisor/Researcher
Gerontologist
Hospital Administrator
Independent Living Trainer
Labor Relations Expert
Lawyer
Market Researcher
Member of Clergy
Peace Corps/VISTA Volunteer
Penologist
Police or Probation Officer
Public Administrator
Public Opinion Pollster
Public Relations Manager
Relation Worker
Sociologist (Rural or Urban)
Social Caseworker
Social/Leisure Program Director
Statistical or Survey Analyst
Vocational Rehabilitator
Volunteer Coordinator
Writer


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Last updated Friday, November 6, 1998 at 10:20 PST.