Communication Careers & Advice
Careers in Communications
The following are careers most often pursued by graduates with communication degrees.
- Public Relations
- Print, Broadcast and Web Journalism
- Television & Radio Production
- Magazines & Custom Publishing
- Advertising & Sales
- Web Communication
- Marketing & Promotions
- Corporate Communication
Advice
For advice on the communications field and what can be done with a degree in communications, we recommend you explore the following resources to learn more about possible careers.
The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) provides a useful resource center for students preparing for a career in public relations that includes information on specific careers, job search strategies, networking, as well as general careers tips, in addition to many other topics.
The Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) provides resources for students, including news, internship listings, a job bank and other information useful for students preparing for careers in journalism.
The American Advertising Federation (AAF) maintains an online job bank and internship listing for students seeking careers in advertising and marketing.
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) provides resources to students as part of the organization's 'Student Education Enrichment and Development Program'.
The American Marketing Association provides a resource center that includes a job board, quarterly newsletter and other useful information.
