Philosophy Jobs List: 100 Career Ideas for Students who Love Philosophy

Academia & Research:

1. Philosophy Professor
2. Ethics Consultant
3. Logician
4. Researcher in Philosophy of Science
5. Philosophy Librarian
6. History of Philosophy Specialist
7. Cognitive Science Researcher
8. Metaphysician
9. Research Ethicist
10. Philosophy Journal Editor

Writing & Journalism:

11. Philosophy Writer

12. Book Author
13. Editor for Philosophy Publications
14. Science and Philosophy Journalist
15. Ethical Dilemma Columnist
16. Speechwriter
17. Philosophy Blogger
18. Documentary Scriptwriter on Philosophical Themes
19. Literary Critic
20. Science Fiction Writer (exploring philosophical themes)

Legal & Justice:

21. Lawyer (many philosophy grads go to law school)

22. Legal Ethicist
23. Mediator
24. Forensic Ethicist
25. Legal Analyst
26. Court Philosopher
27. Judicial Clerk
28. Political Adviser
29. Human Rights Advocate
30. Legislative Assistant

Business & Corporate World:

31. Corporate Ethicist

32. Strategic Consultant
33. Organizational Development Specialist
34. Public Relations Specialist
35. Human Resources Manager (focusing on ethics)
36. Corporate Social Responsibility Coordinator
37. Management Consultant
38. Logic Consultant
39. Risk Management Analyst
40. Business Ethics Consultant

Medicine & Healthcare:

41. Medical Ethicist

42. Bioethicist
43. Hospital Ethics Committee Member
44. Mental Health Counselor
45. Philosophy of Mind Researcher
46. Hospice Care Worker (dealing with end-of-life questions)
47. Healthcare Consultant
48. Genetics Ethicist
49. Health Policy Analyst
50. Patient Advocate

Non-Profit & Advocacy:

51. NGO Ethical Oversight

52. Charity Strategist
53. Moral Psychology Researcher
54. Community Organizer
55. Political Activist
56. Animal Rights Advocate
57. Environmental Ethicist
58. Humanitarian Aid Coordinator
59. Peace Corps/Volunteer Worker (philosophical outreach)
60. Cultural Awareness Trainer

Technology & Digital:

61. AI Ethics Consultant

62. Technology Philosopher
63. Ethics Consultant for Tech Companies
64. Virtual Reality Ethicist
65. Data Privacy Analyst
66. Futurist (studying philosophical implications of tech)
67. Digital Media Ethicist
68. User Experience (UX) Philosopher
69. Philosophy of Technology Researcher
70. Digital Transformation Ethicist

Art & Entertainment:

71. Conceptual Artist

72. Film Philosopher/Critic
73. Philosophical Novelist
74. Playwright exploring philosophical themes
75. Philosophy Radio Show Host
76. Ethics Consultant for Film/TV
77. Game Developer with Philosophical Narratives
78. Theater Director for Philosophical Plays
79. Art Critic
80. Music Philosopher

Religious & Spiritual:

81. Clergy/Pastor/Priest/Rabbi/Imam

82. Religious Studies Professor
83. Interfaith Dialogue Facilitator
84. Theologian
85. Spiritual Counselor
86. Philosophy of Religion Scholar
87. Chaplain (e.g., in hospitals, military)
88. Meditation Instructor with Philosophical Background
89. Religious Writer/Author
90. Retreat Leader with Philosophical Emphasis

Public Policy & Government:

91. Policy Analyst

92. Ethics Consultant for Government Agencies
93. Diplomat/Foreign Service Officer
94. City Planner with Philosophical Approach
95. Public Affairs Specialist
96. Civic Philosopher
97. Think Tank Researcher
98. Public Interest Advocate
99. Political Campaign Strategist
100. Lobbyist with Philosophical Background

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