Life After Linfield
We are committed to preparing you for life beyond college
Many of our alumni pursue careers in a broad range of areas, including law enforcement fields, public health, government, education and social work, and find having the skills developed in our department prepares them well for graduate schools and their chosen career paths.
Whether you decide to apply to graduate school, pursue employment or explore other post-graduation opportunities, there are several resources available to you that can help guide you in your endeavors.
Office for Career Development
Linfield's Office for Career Development is an excellent resource if you would like to explore graduate school, employment or internship opportunities. The Career Development Hub provides the following services:
- Career counseling/coaching
- Job search support
- Internship resources
- Resume and cover letter review
- Advice on choosing a major
- Grad school resources
- Mock interviews
- Salary negotiation tips
- Marketing yourself consultation
Professional organizations
The American Sociological Association (ASA) and the American Anthropological Association (AAA) provide a number of resources that can help to guide you through the career exploration/job search process. They include:
- ASA Resources for Students
- AAA Careers in Anthropology
- What are They Doing with a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology?
- Searching for a Job with an Undergraduate Degree in Sociology
Books
In the SOAN department, we also have several books and other resources to help you with graduate school and job searches.
Sociology and Anthropology
Alumni Profiles
