SUNY Oswego - Career Services
- Career Communities
- Major And Career Exploration
- Resumes and Cover Letters
- Networking, Personal Branding and LinkedIn
- Job and Internship Searching
- Graduate School
- Online Career Tools
- Affinity Group Resources
- Compensation Negotiation
- Events
- Graduate Outcomes
- Information for
- Resource Center
- Connect with us
What can I do with a major in communication?
SUNY Oswego - Career Services
- Career Communities
- Major And Career Exploration
- Resumes and Cover Letters
- Networking, Personal Branding and LinkedIn
- Job and Internship Searching
- Graduate School
- Online Career Tools
- Affinity Group Resources
- Compensation Negotiation
- Events
- Graduate Outcomes
- Information for
- Resource Center
- Connect with us
View videos of professionals describing a day on the job
Senior Vice President, Advertising Sales
Join a student organization today
The Oswegonian WNYO 88.9 FM WTOP-10 TV Lambda Pi Eta - Honor Society Public Relations Student Society of AmericaGet involved in a professional organization
National Communication Association The Association for Women in Communications Public Relations Society of America ColorComm - Women of Color in CommunicationsSearch for opportunities
Companies:
ESPN
Amazon
Univision Communications, Inc.
Titles:
Marketing Assistant
Brand Strategist
Social Media Specialist
Other useful links
Communication Studies ResourcesExplore the numerous career fields related to your major
Areas
Sales
Customer Service
Management
Human Resources
Training and Development
Labor Relations
Writing/Editing
Office Management
Employers
Product and service organizations
Retail stores
Hotels
Restaurants
Manufacturers
Financial companies
Insurance companies
Hospitals and other healthcare organizations
Print and electronic media
Other business corporations
Sample occupations
Areas
Public Relations
Advertising
Marketing
Corporate Public Affairs
Development
Media Analysis/Planning
Creative Directing
Writing/Editing
Audience Analysis
Public Opinion Research
Employers
Private corporations
Public service organizations
Public opinion research firms
Public relations firms
Advertising agencies
Public opinion organizations
Radio and television companies
Sports and entertainment organizations
Hospitality and tourism industry
Nonprofit organizations
Consulting firms
Freelance
Areas
Writing
Editing
Copywriting
Publishing
Producing
Managing/Directing
Research
Media Sales
Employers
Publishing firms including newspaper, magazine, and book
Internet sites
Television and radio stations
Film industry
Sample occupations
| Publishing |
| Music Publishing |
| Media Programming Directors |
| Media Producer |
| Talent Directors |
Areas
Administration
Program Coordination
Grant Writing
Writing/Editing
Fundraising
Volunteer Coordination
Employers
Nonprofit organizations
Professional associations
Chambers of commerce
Community centers
Philanthropies
Hospitals
Areas
Public Information
Campaigning
Programming
Legislative Assistance
Research
Lobbying
Conflict Negotiation
Employers
All branches of local, state, and federal government
Political parties
Political action committees
Areas
Law Assistance
Prosecution
Defense
Contractual
Corporate
Nonprofit or Public Interest
Government
Mediation
Lobbying
Employers
Law firms
Government agencies
Corporations
Public interest organizations
Private practice
Colleges and universities
Areas
Teaching
Research
Student Support Services:
- Admissions
- Advising
- Development
- Student Affairs
- Recruitment
- Alumni Affairs
Employers
Colleges and universities
General information and strategies
- Get experience with public speaking.
- Learn to work well on a team and develop leadership skills.
- Explore specializations within major and professional field.
- Select electives to enhance knowledge in areas of interest.
- Obtain experience through part-time employment, co-op, internships, or volunteer experience.
- Get involved in campus activities and professional organizations focused on communications.
- Communication is a broad degree that can lead to job opportunities in many different fields.
- Skills and experience gained through co-curricular activities, internships, part-time jobs, and volunteering are critical in shaping a career path.
- Communication is also good preparation for graduate school in many disciplines.
- Take elective courses in journalism, broadcasting, public relations, and advertising.
- Develop a wide array of skills including writing, speaking, budgeting, grant writing, and leadership.