Explore Careers

Students in our program acquire research skills and cultural perspectives that will be useful as citizens in an increasingly diverse and global world. These skills are valuable in many careers, including law, social justice, government, non-profit organizations, the private sector, and academia.

In addition to advising within the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies department (link to 2.5), there are many campus resources to help guide your career search.


Finding Jobs in WGSS-Related Fields

An WGSS degree opens the door to careers in advocacy, criminal justice, education, and social work, and more. The following resources may be useful when searching for jobs in WGSS-related fields

National Association of Women’s Studies Career Center

Advancing Women

Feminist Jobs


Alumni Careers

Our graduates have used their training to find success in careers across a number of different fields. Below is a sampling of positions our alumni have held.

  • Counselor
  • Business development manager
  • Litigation associate
  • Program coordinator
  • Non-profit executive director
  • Community health worker
  • Financial aid advisor
  • Non-profit administrator

Why Study Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies?

Read about examples of career paths and actual alumni jobs.

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