Recent grads putting English to work in the world

Editorial & Production Associate, Jones & Bartlett Publishers
English Teacher, Pembroke Academy
Executive Sales, Haymarket Media Group
National Seminar Trainer, AIRS
Newspaper Reporter, Laconia Citizen
Reporter/Journalist, Cortez Journal

What Can I Do With A Major in English?

Many occupations today require people who can write and speak well. English majors are especially valued because of their communication skills and their knowledge of the language. Employers recognize this fact, making an English major a valuable asset in any job search. For more information, visit Career Services in The Bagley Center.

Sample Job Titles

Advertising Copywriter
Copy Editor/Copy Reader
Editor
Editorial Assistant
Freelance Writer

Marketing Assistant
Newspaper Columnist
Novelist
Poet
Policy and Procedures Analyst

Useful Skills for Jobs in the English Field

Ability to read and write articulately
Skills in organizing ideas, materials and people
Creative thinking
ability to listen, clarify, question, and respond comprehensively