Research Guides: Sociology: Careers

Majoring in sociology

American Sociological Association--Careers in Sociology
The American Sociological Association website. has direct links to their career page which also answers questions about what sociologists do and career options in the field.
Top jobs for sociology majors
This site describes what sociology is, the skills obtained by studying it, how those skills can be applied to the field, and potential career paths sociology majors could follow.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Describes the undergraduate program offerings at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and potential areas of study in the field of sociology. The site also breaks down prospective careers and salaries in various areas of the field.
What can you do with a degree in sociology?
This article describes potential academic and career paths for sociology majors.

Ferguson's Career Guidance Center This link opens in a new window
Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center is a comprehensive resource that enables users to explore industries and careers, plan their education, and research best practices for résumés, cover letters, interviewing, networking, and salaries/benefits. The database includes articles, career advice blogs, and streaming video.
Films on Demand
Films On Demand is a state-of-the-art streaming video platform that makes it easier than ever to incorporate outstanding educational programs from Films Media Group into your content management systems, online lesson plans, distance learning courseware, or electronic card catalog system.
O*Net
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Profiles for hundreds of occupations including sections like What They Do, Work Environment, How to Become One, Pay, and more. Each profile also includes Bureau of Labor Statistics employment projections for the 201020 decade.

Modern Sociologist (1:22) Films on Demand
Discusses how modern sociologists differ from sociologists in the past.
Data Scientist (Ferguson's Career Guidance Database)
Gives an overview of what a data scientist does and the education and training required.

Great Jobs for Sociology Majors by Stephen Lambert
ISBN: 9780071544825
Publication Date: 2008-10-09
. Great Jobs books help students and recent college graduates explore the possibilities in their majors and provide: Guidance on how to present a major as a workplace asset during an interview A primer for new college grads on how to conduct a job search Ways to use a college major in the real world
Social Work: the Basics by Mark Doel
Call Number: HV40. D6333 2012
ISBN: 9781136290305
Publication Date: 2012-06-25
Social Work: The Basics is an insightful introduction to the often misrepresented world of social work. This accessible book presents a broad view of contemporary social work, exploring its roots and its possible future. It dispels myths surrounding social work, addresses media debates, and offers a balanced account of what social workers do.

Sociologist
Gives an overview of what a sociologist is, the training and education involved, and career prospects within the field.
Criminologist
Gives an overview of what a criminologist is, the training and education involved, and career prospects within the field.
Census Bureau Statistician
Gives an overview of what a Census Bureau Statistician is, the training and education involved, and career prospects within the field.
Animal Behaviorist
Gives an overview of what an animal behaviorist is, the training and education involved, and career prospects within the field.
Demographer
Gives an overview of what a demographer is, the training and education involved, and career prospects within the field.