Great Jobs for Sociology Majors, 2nd Ed.

by Lambert, Stephen E.

• ISBN13: 9780071403016
• ISBN10: 0071403019
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-09-24
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill

Summary

Answers the question, "What can I do with a major in . . . ?" Students can explore their career options within their field of study using the Great Jobs series as their guide. From assessing individual talents and skills to taking the necessary steps to land a job, every aspect of identifying and getting started in a career choice is covered. Readers learn to explore their options, target an ideal career, present a major as an asset to a job, perfect a job search, and follow through and get results.

Author Biography

Stephen E. Lambert is the director of career services at Plymouth State College in New Hampshire. He codeveloped this series with Julie DeGalan, a former administrator and career counselor at Plymouth State College.

Table of Contents

Introduction: The Value of a Degree in Sociology	p. vii
The Job Search
The Self-Assessment	p. 3
The Resume and Cover Letter	p. 25
Researching Careers	p. 51
Networking	p. 69
Interviewing	p. 83
Networking or Interview Follow-Up	p. 93
Job Offer Considerations	p. 99
The Graduate School Choice	p. 105
The Career Paths
Path 1: Teaching with an Advanced Degree	p. 117
Path 2: Human Services: Community Organizations and Social Service Agencies	p. 141
Path 3: Human Resources Management	p. 173
Path 4: Public Employment	p. 199
Path 5: Social Research and Data Analysis	p. 229
Notes	p. 247
Index	p. 249
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