What Different Jobs are Available?

Many people merely think of "teaching" when asking English majors what they are prepared to do after graduation; however, English majors find jobs in a wide range of fields.

Some fields, such as freelance writing and journalism, seem like obvious choices for English majors, while others, such as activism or counseling, may surprise you.

Most of these fields require specialized training, above and beyond the English major, and several require graduate degrees. In all cases, however, the degree in English serves as a vital component of one's job preparation.

Follow the links below to read about career opportunities for English majors. You may be amazed at the doors a major in English can open for you.