CONTACT US:
CLA Career Services
135 Johnston Hall
101 Pleasant St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
email: cclc@umn.edu
phone: 612-624-7577
fax: 612-625-4832
hours: 8 am - 4:30 pm, M-F
CLA Career Services are offered through
the Career and Community Learning Center (CCLC)
CCLC Staff
Resource Room
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What can I do with a major in...
Sociology?
You can do a lot with this major! Sociology majors go on to successful careers in law, academics, advocacy, politics, criminology, government, publishing, the arts, research, and much more.
Sociology majors can choose betwen two areas of concentration: General, or Law, Criminology, and Deviance (LCD). Sociology majors can graduate with either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science. Learn more about these options from the department of Sociology.
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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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- Director, Hilleren & Associates
- Executive Director, OutFront Minnesota
- Police Officer, Mount Pleasant Police Department
- Policy Assistant, Minnesota Housing Partnership
- School Counselor, Anoka Hennepin School District
- Web Administrator, University of Minnesota
- 911 Operator, Hennepin County
- Admissions Counselor, University of Minnesota
- Attorney
- Auto Claim Representative, State Farm Insurance
- Business Development Manager, CS Solutions
- Director of Research, Americans for the Arts
- Employment Counselor, HIRED
- Founder and President Emeritus, Center for Reproductive Law and Policy
- Graphic Designer, RPS Associates
- High School Teacher, Mission to the World
- Infotech Consultant, Talus Group Consulting
- Investment Sales, TCF Financial
- Law Clerk, Portland State University
- Leasing Agent, Paramount Enterprises
- Paralegal
- Research Associate, The Urban Institute
- Security Coordinator, Graco Inc.
- Senior Infotech Professional, University of Minnesota
- Supply Officer, United States Navy
- Treasury Management Technical Services Trainer, US Bank
- Unit Development Leader, Target Corporation
- Web Designer, University of Minnesota
Other Common Career Titles for this Major:
- Community Organizer
- Corrections Officer
- Counselor
- Criminologist
- Demographics Analyst
- Editor
- Health and Human Services Administrator
- Human Resources Professional
- Journalist
- Market Trends Analyst
- Marketing Manager
- Parole Officer
- Public Relations Manager
- Researcher or Research Consultant
- Social Scientist
- Social Worker
- Sociologist
- Teacher
- Writer
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Skills You Acquire with this Major
Sociology majors develop great skills
that are applicable to a wide variety of careers. These skills include:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal communications skills
- Critical thinking
- Ability to recognize trends and patterns
- Information and data management
- Ability to formulate clear and persuasive messages
- Research and analysis skills
- Listening, clarifying, questioning and responding skills
- Ability to work well with diverse groups
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Public Service Opportunities
If you're interested in doing volunteer work related to this major, the Career and Community Learning Center can help. Advisors at our 345 Fraser Hall office can guide your search for a volunteer position that matches your interests. When you volunteer in the community, you work for a good cause and explore potential career options. Volunteering also provides you with opportunities to network, build your resume, and develop professional skills.
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