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What can I do with a major in...
Philosophy?
You can do a lot with this major! Philosophy majors go on to successful careers in business, law, academics, advocacy, politics, government, publishing, the arts, research, and much more.
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For information beyond what you find below, stop by the Career and Community Learning Center in 135 Johnston Hall. We have huge What Can I Do With a Major in.... ? binders, including one for every single major in CLA. We update these binders all the time, and in them you'll find more in-depth information than we can provide here. You can also get individual guidance exploring majors and career paths. Stop by.
Career Titles of U of M Alumni with this Major
Below are job titles of recent graduates and experienced professionals. Linked job titles provide more information about the individual and their background. Please keep in mind that individual profiles may have changed since this information was first compiled.
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- Activist/Lobbyist/Community Leader
- Attorney, Dorsey & Whitney
- Case Coordinator/Paralegal, National Arbitration Forum
- Governor, State of Minnesota
- President & CEO, Healthpartners
- Presidential Candidate & Vice President, United States of America
- Account Manager, Google – Strategic Partnership Group
- Administrative Assistant, Philosophy Department – University of Minnesota
- Community Organizer, American Cancer Society
- Community Service Organizer, Community Garden
- Developing and Marketing Assistant, New York Pops Orchestra
- Founder, Computer Networking Company
- Freelance Computer Programmer
- High School Social Studies Teacher
- Lawyer, Private Practice
- Legislative Intern, Hunger Solutions Minnesota
- Librarian
- Medical Doctor
- Minister
- Network Administrator, College of Liberal Arts – University of Minnesota
- Paralegal
- Philosophy Professor
- Program Director, Youth Farm & Market Project
- Rehabilitation Psychologist, Regions Hospital
- Research and Development Manager, Technology Company
- Retail Salesperson, Bookstore
- Senior Accountant, Digital Technology Center – University of Minnesota
- Sports Writer
- Strategic Planner, American Express
- Ticket Office Supervisor, Guthrie Theater
- Vice President, Accounting Firm
Other Common Career Titles for this Major: - Assistant Buyer
- Author
- Chaplin
- Consultant
- Lobbyist
- Missionary
- Pastor
- Priest
- Rabbi
- Sales Representative
- Social Worker
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Skills You Acquire with this Major
Philosophy majors develop great skills
that are applicable to a wide variety of careers. These skills include:
- Verbal and written
communication skills
- Ability to formulate
clear and persuasive messages
- Listening, clarifying,
questioning and responding skills
- Creative problem
solving; ability to think "outside the box"
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Public Service Opportunities
If you're interested in doing volunteer work that relates to this major, the Career and Community Learning Center offers advising to help you find the right position for you. By volunteering in the community, not only will you be working for a good cause, you'll get a chance to explore career options. Volunteering also provides a great opportunity to network, build your resume, and grow your professional skills.
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