A career using a psychology background may be created in almost any area involving the needs and interactions of people. ISU graduates have obtained employment in a variety of positions such as:
- paraprofessionals in hospitals and clinics
- counselors in federal, state, and local mental health, correctional, recreation, rehabilitation,
and social service agencies - industrial selection and training personnel industrial relations
- sales and advertising representatives
- technical writers/reporters
- research assistants
- general managerial positions
39% of ISU graduates are in graduate school for psychology or related fields
23% of ISU graduates are working in the field of psychology or related fields
17% of ISU graduates are working in other fields.
Many students combine their psychology degree with another major (26%) or a minor (56%). These students often complete courses in the following fields:
Criminal Justice Studies
Human Development & Family Studies
Sociology
Business
For more information on Psychology careers, please go to http://www.allpsychologyschools.com/
The Psych Advising Resource Room contains books on Psych and Social Service careers and graduate programs. (More career information.) Flyers from graduate programs around the country are available to peruse, as well as handouts on planning for graduate school. Additional career planning assistance is available at the Career Exploration Program at Student Counseling Service (Student Services Building, 3rd floor) or Liberal Arts and Sciences Career Services (351 Catt Hall). These services are provided for your use!
