Careers in Sociology

Find information on many different careers in sociology as well as typical wages, working conditions, and job outlooks. Learn more about the diverse career options available to sociology majors. Check out job possibilities for those holding Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degrees.

What Can I Do With A Degree In Sociology?
An overview of career choices for those with a B.A., M.A., or Ph.D. in sociology.

Career Spotlight: Research Institute
A look at how a sociology degree can prepare you for a career at a research institute.

Career Spotlight: Business
A look at how a sociology degree can prepare you for a career in business.

Career Spotlight: Police Officer
A look at how a sociology degree can prepare you for a career as a police officer.

Career Spotlight: Analyst
A look at how a sociology degree can prepare you for a career as an analyst.

Career Spotlight: Teaching
A look at teaching careers in sociology.

Career Spotlight: Behavioral Scientist at the CDC
A look at how a sociology degree can prepare you for a career as a Behavioral Scientist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Career Spotlight: Jobs at the U.S. Census Bureau
A look at how a sociology degree can prepare you for a career at the U.S. Census Bureau.

Career Spotlight: Probation Officer
A look at how a sociology degree can prepare you for a career as a probation officer.

Career Spotlight: The National Institutes of Health
A look at how a sociology degree can prepare you for a job at the NIH.

Sociology Career Spotlight: State Government Jobs
A look at how a sociology degree can prepare you for a career in state government.

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