How to find a job with an undergraduate degree in psychology (APA article)

1. Plan early.

   • Discuss your career interests with your academic adviser. 

   • Take related courses. 

2. Assess yourself.

   • Need assistance on career exploration? Contact EKU Career & Co-op for career assessment appointment (859-622-1296).

3. Capitalize on your connections.

4. Look beyond Internet job postings.

5. Take advantage of campus services, even after you graduate. 

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What Can I Do with Psychology?

This webpage is from What Can I Do With This Major? This webpage provide a list of occupation areas (i.e., Research, HR, Business and Industry), employer types, strategies and tips to prepare yourself for these jobs. 

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Career Possibilities with a B.S. in Psychology

From: Handbook for Undergraduate Majors, pp. 23-24

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• Business

  • Human Resources Personnel

  • Sales Representative

  • Marketing Specialist

  • Statistical Consultant

  • Small Business Owner

  • Market Analyst

  • Research Consultant

  • Recruiter

• Colleges/Universities

  • Admissions Counselor

  • Director/Associate Director of Career Services

  • Director/Associate Director of Advising

  • Director/Associate Director of Alumni Relations

  • Financial Aid Counselor

• Government

  • Probation/Parole Officer

  • Director/Associate Director of Parks and Recreation

  • Program Development and Assessment

  • Director/Associate Director of Community Relations

  • Technical Writer