Public and Human Services Career Community

Careers in education, nonprofit, and social service offer opportunities to use advocacy, service, and leadership to enhance the human condition, help others realize their potential, and make the world more just—whether it be working at an elementary school, a large foundation, a social service agency, or beyond.

Explore career paths, enhance your skills, find opportunities!

Civil Service System

Internships & Jobs!
We’ve built some searches for you in our most popular programs to get you started, but feel free to tailor this to meet YOUR needs!  To find remote positions only, type in the word “remote” for location in any of these platforms.

  1. CareerShift: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  2. Handshake:  NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  3. Indeed.com: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  4. LinkedIn: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

To find and explore information on potential employers within this industry we recommend utilizing CareerShift or Buzzfile.

Professional Associations
Joining associations can lead to networking connections, access to conferences and events, internship & job listings, and professional development.  Find them all on LinkedIn and join their online group first!

Typical Job Titles
Depending on what you are seeking (Government, Law Enforcement, Public Health, etc.), there are many types of job titles for which you can search.  You may want to use these typical search terms when looking for opportunities in Civil Service. To learn more about these occupations for career exploration purposes, utilize this link to log into Candid Career and hear directly from industry experts about a day in the life of their occupation. 

Typical Skills Needed for Success
As you develop your resume, cover letters, and prepare for interviews, you’ll want to highlight examples that prove you have the skill sets this industry demands.

Amazing Alumni! 
We have so many alumni working in civil service roles! Titles like “Project Manager”, “Paralegal”, “Medical Scribe”, “Director of Operations”, and so much more! You can review their amazing career paths through LinkedIn to get a sense of their trajectory, companies for which they worked, and once your profile is perfect, even reach out to connect!

You can also take advantage of the Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) program, sponsored by the Oswego Alumni Association.  Fill out the ASK questionnaire to be provided with potential alumni matches to find someone whose career best aligns with your interests.

LinkedIn Learning “Courses” or Pathways that are Relevant

For information on relevant undergraduate majors, minors, student organizations to get involved with, and more, check out our “What can I do with a major in …” resource!

Counseling, Psychology, & Social Work

Internships & Jobs!
We’ve built some searches for you in our most popular programs to get you started, but feel free to tailor this to meet YOUR needs!  To find remote positions only, type in the word “remote” for location in any of these platforms

  1. CareerShift: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  2. Handshake:  NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago,  Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  3. Indeed.com: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  4. LinkedIn: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

To find and explore information on potential employers within this industry we recommend utilizing CareerShift or Buzzfile.

Professional Associations
Joining associations can lead to networking connections, access to conferences and events, internship & job listings, and professional development.  Find them all on LinkedIn and join their online group first!

Typical Job Titles
Depending on what you are seeking (counseling, psychology, social work, etc.), there are many types of job titles for which you can search.  You may want to use these typical search terms when looking for opportunities in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work. To learn more about these occupations for career exploration purposes, utilize this link to log into Candid Career and hear directly from industry experts about a day in the life of their occupation. 

Typical Skills Needed for Success
As you develop your resume, cover letters, and prepare for interviews, you’ll want to highlight examples that prove you have the skill sets this industry demands.

Amazing Alumni! 
We have so many alumni working in the counseling, psychology, social work fields! Titles like “Forensic Social Worker”, “School Counselor”, “Mental Health Therapist”, “Employee Assistance Program Services Director”, and so much more! You can review their amazing career paths through LinkedIn to get a sense of their trajectory, companies for which they worked,  and once your profile is perfect, even reach out to connect!

You can also take advantage of the Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) program, sponsored by the Oswego Alumni Association.  Fill out the ASK questionnaire to be provided with potential alumni matches to find someone whose career best aligns with your interests.

LinkedIn Learning “Courses” or Pathways that are Relevant

For information on relevant undergraduate majors, minors, student organizations to get involved with, and more, check out our “What can I do with a major in …” resource! 

Government

Internships & Jobs!
We’ve built some searches for you in our most popular programs to get you started, but feel free to tailor this to meet YOUR needs!  To find remote positions only, type in the word “remote” for location in any of these platforms.

  1. CareerShift: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  2. Handshake:  NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  3. Indeed.com: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  4. LinkedIn: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

To find and explore information on potential employers within this industry we recommend utilizing CareerShift or Buzzfile.

Professional Associations
Joining associations can lead to networking connections, access to conferences and events, internship & job listings, and professional development.  Find them all on LinkedIn and join their online group first!

Typical Job Titles
Depending on what you are seeking (Politics, Safety, Administrative, etc.), there are many types of job titles for which you can search.  You may want to use these typical search terms when looking for opportunities in Government. To learn more about these occupations for career exploration purposes, utilize this link to log into Candid Career and hear directly from industry experts about a day in the life of their occupation.

Typical Skills Needed for Success
As you develop your resume, cover letters, and prepare for interviews, you’ll want to highlight examples that prove you have the skill sets this industry demands.

Amazing Alumni! 

We have so many alumni working in Government! Titles like “Associate of Government Affairs”, “Organization Strategist”, “Employer Services Coordinator”, “Legislative Specialist”, and so much more!You can review their amazing career paths through LinkedIn to get a sense of their trajectory, companies for which they worked, and once your profile is perfect, even reach out to connect!

You can also take advantage of the Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) program, sponsored by the Oswego Alumni Association.  Fill out the ASK questionnaire to be provided with potential alumni matches to find someone whose career best aligns with your interests.

LinkedIn Learning “Courses” or Pathways that are Relevant

For information on relevant undergraduate majors, minors, student organizations to get involved with, and more, check out our “What can I do with a major in …” resource!

Higher Education

Internships & Jobs!
We’ve built some searches for you in our most popular programs to get you started, but feel free to tailor this to meet YOUR needs!  To find remote positions only, type in the word “remote” for location in any of these platforms.

  1. CareerShift: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  2. Handshake:  NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  3. Indeed.com: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  4. LinkedIn: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

To find and explore information on potential employers within this industry we recommend utilizing CareerShift or Buzzfile.

Professional Associations:
Joining associations can lead to networking connections, access to conferences and events, internship & job listings, and professional development.  Find them all on LinkedIn and join their online group first!

Typical Job Titles
Depending on what you are seeking (Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Administrative Service, etc.), there are many types of job titles for which you can search.  You may want to use these typical search terms when looking for opportunities in Higher Education. To learn more about these occupations for career exploration purposes, utilize this link to log into Candid Career and then click here to view many relevant videos and hear directly from industry experts about a day in the life of their occupation. 

Typical Skills Needed for Success
As you develop your resume, cover letters, and prepare for interviews, you’ll want to highlight examples that prove you have the skill sets this industry demands.

Amazing Alumni! 
We have so many alumni working in Higher Education!  Titles like “Professor”, “Career Coach”, “Academic Advisor”, “Director of Admissions”, “Hall Director”,and so much more!  You can review their amazing career paths through LinkedIn to get a sense of their trajectory, companies for which they worked, and once your profile is perfect, even reach out to connect!

You can also take advantage of the Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) program, sponsored by the Oswego Alumni Association.  Fill out the ASK questionnaire to be provided with potential alumni matches to find someone whose career best aligns with your interests.

LinkedIn Learning “Courses” or Pathways that are Relevant

For information on relevant undergraduate majors, minors, student organizations to get involved with, and more, check out our “What can I do with a major in …” resource! 

K-12 Education - with certification

Internships & Jobs!
We’ve built some searches for you in our most popular programs to get you started, but feel free to tailor this to meet YOUR needs!  To find remote positions only, type in the word “remote” for location in any of these platforms.

  1. CareerShift: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  2. Handshake:  NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  3. Indeed.com: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  4. LinkedIn: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

To find and explore information on potential employers within this industry we recommend utilizing CareerShift or Buzzfile.

Certification Information

Professional Associations
Joining associations can lead to networking connections, access to conferences and events, internship & job listings, and professional development.  Find them all on LinkedIn and join their online group first

Typical Job Titles
Depending on what you are seeking (Teacher, Principal, Superintendent, etc.), there are many types of job titles for which you can search.  You may want to use these typical search terms when looking for opportunities in K-12 Education. To learn more about these occupations for career exploration purposes, utilize this link to log into Candid Career and then click here to view many relevant videos and hear directly from industry experts about a day in the life of their occupation. 

Typical Skills Needed for Success
As you develop your resume, cover letters, and prepare for interviews, you’ll want to highlight examples that prove you have the skill sets this industry demands.

Amazing Alumni! 
We have so many alumni working in K-12 Education! Titles like “Outreach Strategy Manager”, “Senior Brand Manager”, “Director of Media & Insights”, “Communications Coordinator”, and so much more! You can review their amazing career paths through LinkedIn to get a sense of their trajectory, companies for which they worked, and once your profile is perfect, even reach out to connect!

You can also take advantage of the Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) program, sponsored by the Oswego Alumni Association.  Fill out the ASK questionnaire to be provided with potential alumni matches to find someone whose career best aligns with your interests.

LinkedIn Learning “Courses” or Pathways that are Relevant

For information on relevant undergraduate majors, minors, student organizations to get involved with, and more, check out our “What can I do with a major in …” resource!

Law/Legal

Internships & Jobs!
We’ve built some searches for you in our most popular programs to get you started, but feel free to tailor this to meet YOUR needs!  To find remote positions only, type in the word “remote” for location in any of these platforms.

  1. CareerShift: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  2. Handshake:  NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  3. Indeed.com: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  4. LinkedIn: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

 To find and explore information on potential employers within this industry we recommend utilizing CareerShift or Buzzfile.

Professional Associations
Joining associations can lead to networking connections, access to conferences and events, internship & job listings, and professional development.  Find them all on LinkedIn and join their online group first!

Typical Job Titles
Depending on what you are seeking (General Legal, Court Based, Administrative Based, etc.), there are many types of job titles for which you can search.  You may want to use these typical search terms when looking for opportunities in the Law and Legal Industry. To learn more about these occupations for career exploration purposes, utilize this link to log into Candid Career and then click here to view many relevant videos and hear directly from industry experts about a day in the life of their occupation. 

Typical Skills Needed for Success
As you develop your resume, cover letters, and prepare for interviews, you’ll want to highlight examples that prove you have the skill sets this industry demands.

Amazing Alumni! 
We have so many alumni working in Public Relations and Image/Brand Management!  Titles like “Associate Attorney”, “Paralegal”, “Immigration Attorney”, “Corporate Counsel”, “Law Clerk” and so much more!  You can review their amazing career paths through LinkedIn to get a sense of their trajectory, companies for which they worked, and once your profile is perfect, even reach out to connect!

You can also take advantage of the Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) program, sponsored by the Oswego Alumni Association.  Fill out the ASK questionnaire to be provided with potential alumni matches to find someone whose career best aligns with your interests.

LinkedIn Learning “Courses” or Pathways that are Relevant

For information on relevant undergraduate majors, minors, student organizations to get involved with, and more, check out our “What can I do with a major in …” resource!

Military

Jobs & Experience!
Depending on what you are seeking, there are many types of experiences available in the Military; Enlisted, Officer, Volunteer, etc. Utilize the links below to explore potential career and job opportunities for each of the branches.

  1. ROTC at SUNY Oswego

  2. U.S. Air Force (USAF)  

  3. U.S. Army (USA) 

  4. U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)  

  5. U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) 

  6. U.S. Navy (USN)  

  7. U.S. Space Force (USSF)

Professional Associations
Joining associations can lead to networking connections, access to conferences and events, experience & career opportunities, and professional development.  Find them all on LinkedIn and join their online group first!

Amazing Alumni! 
We have so many alumni working in the military! You can review their amazing career paths through LinkedIn to get a sense of their trajectory, companies for which they worked, and once your profile is perfect, even reach out to connect!

You can also take advantage of the Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) program, sponsored by the Oswego Alumni Association.  Fill out the ASK questionnaire to be provided with potential alumni matches to find someone whose career best aligns with your interests.

LinkedIn Learning “Courses” or Pathways that are Relevant

Additional Resources

For information on relevant undergraduate majors, minors, student organizations to get involved with, and more, check out our “What can I do with a major in …” resource!

Ministry/Theology

Internships & Jobs!
We’ve built some searches for you in our most popular programs to get you started, but feel free to tailor this to meet YOUR needs!  To find remote positions only, type in the word “remote” for location in any of these platforms.

  1. CareerShift: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  2. Handshake:  NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  3. Indeed.com: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  4. LinkedIn: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

To find and explore information on potential employers within this industry we recommend utilizing CareerShift or Buzzfile.

Professional Associations
Joining associations can lead to networking connections, access to conferences and events, internship & job listings, and professional development.  Find them all on LinkedIn and join their online group first!

Typical Job Titles
Depending on what you are seeking (Pastorship, Minister, Missionary Work, etc.), there are many types of job titles for which you can search.  You may want to use these typical search terms when looking for opportunities in Ministry and Theology. To learn more about these occupations for career exploration purposes, utilize this link to log into Candid Career and hear directly from industry experts about a day in the life of their occupation. 

Typical Skills Needed for Success
As you develop your resume, cover letters, and prepare for interviews, you’ll want to highlight examples that prove you have the skill sets this industry demands

Amazing Alumni! 
We have so many alumni working within ministry and theology! Titles like “Director of Children’s Ministry”, “Family Ministry Creative Project Manager”, “Faculty Support Specialist”, “Clinical Program Manager”, and so much more! You can review their amazing career paths through LinkedIn to get a sense of their trajectory, companies for which they worked, and once your profile is perfect, even reach out to connect!

You can also take advantage of the Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) program, sponsored by the Oswego Alumni Association.  Fill out the ASK questionnaire to be provided with potential alumni matches to find someone whose career best aligns with your interests.

LinkedIn Learning “Courses” or Pathways that are Relevant

For information on relevant undergraduate majors, minors, student organizations to get involved with, and more, check out our “What can I do with a major in …” resource!

Non-Profit

Internships & Jobs!
We’ve built some searches for you in our most popular programs to get you started, but feel free to tailor this to meet YOUR needs!  To find remote positions only, type in the word “remote” for location in any of these platforms.

  1. CareerShift: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  2. Handshake:  NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  3. Indeed.com: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

  4. LinkedIn: NYS, NYC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Orlando

To find and explore information on potential employers within this industry we recommend utilizing CareerShift or Buzzfile.

Professional Associations
Joining associations can lead to networking connections, access to conferences and events, internship & job listings, and professional development.  Find them all on LinkedIn and join their online group first!

Typical Job Titles
Depending on what you are seeking (Administration, Development, Community Relations, etc.), there are many types of job titles for which you can search.  You may want to use these typical search terms when looking for opportunities in Nonprofit Leadership. To learn more about these occupations for career exploration purposes, utilize this link to log into Candid Career and then click here to view many relevant videos and hear directly from industry experts about a day in the life of their occupation. 

Typical Skills Needed for Success
As you develop your resume, cover letters, and prepare for interviews, you’ll want to highlight examples that prove you have the skill sets this industry demands.

Amazing Alumni! 
We have so many alumni working in Nonprofit Leadership! Titles like “Non-Profit Manager”, “Learning and Development Associate”, “Vice President of Organizational Development”, “Support Specialist”, and so much more! You can review their amazing career paths through LinkedIn to get a sense of their trajectory, companies for which they worked, and once your profile is perfect, even reach out to connect!

You can also take advantage of the Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) program, sponsored by the Oswego Alumni Association.  Fill out the ASK questionnaire to be provided with potential alumni matches to find someone whose career best aligns with your interests.

LinkedIn Learning “Courses” or Pathways that are Relevant

For information on relevant undergraduate majors, minors, student organizations to get involved with, and more, check out our “What can I do with a major in …” resource!

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Key Resources

Handshake

Use your Handshake account to search for jobs/internships, connect with employers, find events, and more. 

Alumni Sharing Knowledge

Get matched with alumni who work in your field of interest and/or have shared backgrounds and experiences. A.S.K.

Jobs and Internships

Browse our tips on job and internship searching, and view our resume and cover letter resources to help you get started.