Social Studies Career Ideas: 100 Jobs for Students who Love Social Studies

Research & Academia:

1. Sociologist
2. Anthropologist
3. Archaeologist
4. Historian
5. University Professor
6. Social Science Researcher
7. Cultural Studies Specialist
8. Demographer
9. Urban Studies Researcher
10. Library Archivist

Public Policy & Government:

11. Public Policy Analyst

12. Legislative Aide
13. City Planner
14. Foreign Service Officer/Diplomat
15. Political Scientist
16. International Relations Specialist
17. Government Research Analyst
18. Public Affairs Consultant
19. Local Government Administrator
20. Intelligence Analyst

Media & Journalism:

21. Political Journalist

22. Social Commentator
23. Documentary Filmmaker
24. Cultural Critic
25. Editor for Social Studies Publications
26. Social Science Podcaster
27. International Correspondent
28. Travel Writer focused on cultures
29. Historical Fiction Writer
30. Opinion Columnist

Education:

31. Social Studies Teacher (Primary/Secondary School)

32. Curriculum Developer for Social Studies
33. Educational Consultant for Social Studies
34. Museum Educator
35. Historical Site Tour Guide
36. Textbook Writer/Editor
37. Workshop Facilitator on Social Issues
38. Cultural Exchange Program Organizer
39. Lifelong Learning Instructor (for adults)
40. Tutor for Social Studies

Social Work & Advocacy:

41. Social Worker

42. Community Organizer
43. Child Welfare Case Manager
44. Gerontologist (specializing in aging populations)
45. Human Rights Activist
46. Refugee Resettlement Coordinator
47. Mediator/Conflict Resolution Specialist
48. Advocate for Indigenous Rights
49. Community Development Coordinator
50. Rehabilitation Counselor

Business & Commerce:

51. Market Researcher (understanding social trends)

52. Human Resources Specialist focusing on diversity & inclusion
53. International Business Consultant
54. Social Impact Strategist
55. Cultural Sensitivity Trainer
56. Corporate Social Responsibility Coordinator
57. Ethical Sourcing Specialist
58. Social Entrepreneur
59. Cross-cultural Communication Consultant
60. Talent Acquisition Specialist with a focus on diversity

Law & Justice:

61. Criminal Justice Researcher

62. Paralegal specializing in social issues
63. Civil Rights Attorney
64. Immigration Lawyer
65. Social Justice Advocate
66. Legal Mediator
67. Restorative Justice Coordinator
68. Public Defender
69. Legal Analyst focusing on social issues
70. Victim Advocate

Non-Profit & Global Organizations:

71. NGO Worker on Social Issues

72. United Nations (or similar) Program Coordinator
73. Fundraising Specialist for Social Causes
74. International Aid Worker
75. Campaign Manager for Social Initiatives
76. Health Education Coordinator
77. Disaster Relief Coordinator
78. Program Evaluator for NGOs
79. Grants Writer for Social Projects
80. Community Outreach Coordinator

Arts & Culture:

81. Cultural Heritage Preservationist

82. Art Historian
83. Art Therapist focused on societal issues
84. Social Issues Playwright
85. Folklorist
86. Ethnomusicologist
87. Social Issues Performance Artist
88. Gallery Curator with a focus on social narratives
89. Socially Engaged Artist
90. Cultural Festival Organizer

Technology & Digital Media:

91. Social Media Manager for NGOs

92. Digital Archivist
93. Social Science Data Analyst
94. UX Researcher with a focus on cultural behaviors
95. Social Studies Content Creator (e.g., YouTube, TikTok)
96. Digital Historian
97. Virtual Reality Developer for historical sites
98. Community Manager for online platforms
99. Digital Cultural Preservationist
100. App Developer for social studies education

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