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From learning about ancient philosophies to studying various types of texts, being a philosophy major<\/a> gives you an inside look into some of the issues societies have been grappling with since the beginning of time. But if you\u2019re a philosophy major, you may be wondering about the best way to apply your knowledge and your skills<\/a> in the real world. For example, what career paths can you embark on with a philosophy major and how can you put your skills to use in those roles?<\/p>\n

Here are some of the most common career paths for philosophy majors.<\/p>\n

Law<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Since philosophy majors spend so much time focusing on big-picture questions and grappling with ethics and ideas, a career in the legal field can be a wonderful fit for them. From working to enact legislative change to advocating on behalf of clients, philosophy majors make wonderful lawyers, paralegals and legislative aides.<\/p>\n

Education<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Another great career path for philosophy majors is education<\/a>. With their strong communication skills and knowledge of history and culture, philosophy majors can excel as teachers at both the secondary (middle school and high school) and postsecondary levels (college and beyond).<\/p>\n

Research<\/strong><\/h4>\n

For those philosophy majors who thrive in a research-focused environment, a career in the research field can also be a great fit. From pursuing a doctorate in philosophy to conducting research projects for a government organization or nonprofit, philosophy majors can excel in a research-oriented profession.<\/p>\n

Business<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Although philosophy may seem far removed from the world of business<\/a>, there are a lot of overlaps between the skills philosophy majors use in their classes and those that apply to a business setting. These include critical-thinking skills which are great for identifying operational problems and communication skills which are crucial for running a business.<\/p>\n

Consulting<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Like the more general field of business, consulting is a natural fit for philosophy majors since it relies heavily on the ability to assess business challenges and to offer creative solutions. Best of all, consulting allows philosophy majors the opportunity to apply their understanding of big-picture issues in a practical and effective way.<\/p>\n

One of the best things about being a philosophy major is that it can help you build a broad range of skills while also giving you insights into how societies function and what they need in order to thrive. These are lessons that can easily be applied to fields like business, consulting and education. The best way to find out which type of career is right for you is to take on an internship<\/a> in a field that interests you. This will give you the hands-on experience you need to find the perfect job.<\/p>\n

Next, learn more about this college major such as What is a Philosophy Major and is it Right for Me?<\/a>\u00a0and get more career tips for internships and entry-level jobs such as When to Start Applying for a Summer Internship<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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