Resources
Career Resources
Three Key Allies for Career Success!
Four essential individuals can assist you in planning your career in psychology and business.
Faculty advisors in your psychology department can provide guidance on graduate school and academic careers in psychology.
Professional staff advisors are hired to cater to psychology majors pursuing careers after graduation, offering insights into various post-baccalaureate paths and extracurricular opportunities.
Career counselors in your college's career center can help with career self-assessment, job search, placement opportunities, and address personal issues during the career selection process.
Each college campus offers unique educational opportunities, and advisors and career counselors are valuable sources of information to help you prepare for your career.
The SIOP Career Center includes information about I-O Career Paths, I-O Internships, Graduate Training Programs, as well as a I-O Job Network for job seeks and employers.
PsycCareers is a comprehensive website dedicated to providing valuable resources for individuals exploring careers in psychology. Some of the resources available on the PsycCareers website include: Career Exploration Guides, Job Search Tools, Professional Development Resources, Mentoring and Networking Programs, Career Planning Resources, Student Success Stories, and more.
Eye on Psi Chi Magazine
The Eye on Psi Chi magazine was designed to keep members and alumni up to date with all the latest information about Psi Chi’s programs, awards, and chapter activities, as well as to feature informative articles. Includes informative articles discussing professional development topics.
PsychEverywhere Podcast
Discover PsychEverywhere, an audio podcast by Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology. Distinguished guests share the diverse role of psychological science in current events and bettering your life. Includes episodes dedicated to career and professional development topics.
Psi Chi Career Center
Visit the Psi Chi Careers in Psychology page for career advice. Additionally, the Psi Chi Career Center features a job search database, advice on professional development, free resume review for members, coaching, and more.
Information for students and educators for pursuing a career in psychology, with a focus on career opportunities in the many subfields of psychology and resources for students of color.
Did you know that career opportunities for students interested in work in the aging field are expanding? This is largely because people 65 years old and older are the fastest growing segment of the U.S. population. Use this step-by-step educational roadmap to help find a career in aging.
Psychology Student Network
Psychology Student Network (PSN) is a newsletter published by APA's Center for Education in Psychology to serve as a resource for undergraduate psychology students. PSN features invited and submitted articles aimed at introducing students to innovative ideas in psychology and highlighting various career paths in, and related to, psychology.
APA Psych Learning Curve
Psych Learning Curve: a place where educators, students, parents, activists and psychologists can explore the latest in psychology education and education in psychology. This website has countless articles with academic and career advice for psychology majors!
Salary.com
Salary.com offers comprehensive salary and compensation data for various job positions and industries. Users can access salary reports, benefits information, and cost-of-living comparisons to make informed decisions about their careers and negotiate fair compensation packages.
LinkedIn
LinkedIn serves as a powerful professional networking platform for students and new graduates, providing opportunities to connect with professionals in their field of interest. By creating a compelling profile that highlights academic achievements, skills, and extracurricular activities, users can showcase their potential to prospective employers. Additionally, participating in relevant groups and following industry influencers can offer valuable insights and keep students abreast of industry trends and job opportunities.
Scoutie's Careers in Psychology
Scoutie's Careers in Psychology website gives you the option of exploring careers in psychology through three different routes: (1) interests, (2) career categories, and (3) salaries. The website also hosts a variety of career-related articles.
Glassdoor.com
Glassdoor is a popular job search and career community platform that provides valuable insights into company reviews, salary reports, and interview experiences shared by current and former employees. It offers job seekers valuable information to assess company culture and salary expectations while aiding employers in enhancing their employer brand and recruiting top talent.
Behavior Analyst Certification Board
Demand for individuals holding BCBA/BCBA-D certification has increased each year since 2010, with a 23% increase from 2021 to 2022 (BCBA, 2023). The BACB has an email listserv where job opportunities are publicized for members, information about training programs for RBTs, ABAIs, and BABAs/BCaBAs, and more available on their website.
Teachers of Psychology in Secondary Schools (TOPSS)
The American Psychological Association Teachers of Psychology in Secondary Schools (TOPSS) is the voice of high school psychology teachers within the APA. TOPSS membership benefits include: career support, lesson plans, networking opportunities, and more.
AgeWork: The GSA Career Center
The Career Center is the number leading site for job seekers to find the best jobs in aging and for employers to find qualified candidates. Connect with the best aging talent via the GSA Career Center!
ACA's Career Central offers a comprehensive new digital job board; helpful career resources and services; and several additional features designed to maximize your efforts. Learn more about choosing a career in counseling here.
If you’re a current student or recent graduate, you may be eligible for federal internships and job opportunities through the Pathways Program:
The Internship Program is for current students. If you’re a current student in high school, college, trade school or another qualifying educational institution, you may be eligible. This program offers paid opportunities to work in federal agencies and explore federal careers while completing your education.
The Recent Graduates Program is for those who have graduated, within the past two years, from a qualifying educational institution or certificate program. The Recent Graduates Program offers career development with training and mentorship. You must apply within two years of getting your degree or certificate (veterans have up to six years to apply due to their military service obligation).
UTK Mental Health Careers Website
This website has information to help you learn about the variety graduate school paths if you are interested in counseling/therapy.
Psychin' Out
Psychin’ Out is a global hub of programming and resources to break underrepresented aspiring psychologists into PhD programs. Features a resource hub with information for students interested in graduate school.
Women in Cognitive Science Canada
WiCS-Canada is the Canadian Chapter of Women in Cognitive Science, an NSF-funded organization in the U.S. affiliated with the Psychonomic Society. WiCS offers important professional development and networking opportunities to women (and men) scientists in the fields of cognitive science, cognitive neuroscience, and related disciplines.