Each Careers by Major page provides lots of ideas on various career areas, as well as how to gain related skills and experience. Useful resources and job samples are also provided.
Below is a sample of the many types of occupations and jobs pursued by graduates of this program.
1a. Sample Occupations
Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Detailed career profiles are available in the Career Centre. Some occupations require further education and experience.
Counsellor*
Community Organizer
Social Worker*
Lobbyist*
Researcher*
Political Aide*
Speech Writer
Intelligence Officer
Foreign Service Officer*
Public Policy Analyst*
Biomedical Ethics Researcher
Lawyer*
Legal Researcher
Police Officer*
Paralegal Assistant*
Underwriter*
Journalist*
Technical Writer*
Editor*
Alumni Relations Officer
Archivist*
Humanities Bibliographer
Librarian*
Professor*
Psychologist*
Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Special Program Administrator
Advertising Account Executive*
Development Manager
Human Resources Specialist*
Financial Advisor
Marketing Specialist*
Insurance Agent*
Real Estate Agent*
Computer Systems Analyst
Computer Programmer*
Bioethicist*
* View these titles at Career Cruising, available on CLN under the Resources tab.
1b. Sample Job Listings
Below is a sample of delisted positions that have been posted on U of T's Career Learning Network (CLN). To access current listings, login to CLN and click on Jobs.
Journalism and Social Media Intern, Trend Hunter
Community Engagement Activity Assistant, Centre for Student Engagement, UTM
Political/Economic Assistant, U.S. Consulate General Toronto
Outreach & Program Assistant, Equity & Diversity Office, UTM
Psychologist, Altum Health, University Health Network
Writer and Editor, WE
Website Assistant, Department of Philosophy, UTM
Teacher, Prep Academy Tutors
Recruiter/Sales Trainee, Allegis Group
Marketing Intern, Porsche Cars Canada
Government Affairs Specialist, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada
1c. Sample Areas of Employment
Professional services firms
Advertising agencies
Insurance and financial services companies
Universities and colleges
Media and broadcasting organizations
Charities and non-profit organizations
Governmental organizations
Charities
Recruitment agencies
2. Program-Related Skills
Academic courses in this program provide opportunities to develop the following types of skills. Make a career counselling or an employment strategy appointment to discuss how you can demonstrate these skills to employers.
Critical thinking and problem-solving: learn to read critically; reason logically; synthesize ideas; identify key issues in decision-making or problem solving; and weigh alternatives and identify solutions.
Communication: develop cultural sensitivity; present and defend a position; and summarize results.
Information gathering: interpret data/relationships; and read and analyze complex texts.
Research: work independently; and identify problems and needs.
Ethics and values: identify and clarify values; reflect on own values in a disciplined way.
Informational interviews are a great way to connect with professionals in a career area of interest and gain valuable insights about a particular career, company, or industry that would otherwise be difficult to find in books or online. Check out our tip sheet to learn more.
Alumni Profiles
Check out our Alumni Profiles page with submissions from UTM grads to find out how their experiences have affected their career direction.
Events
Attending career panels, networking events, employer info sessions, and career fairs is a great way to meet professionals and learn more about careers, companies and industries. Login to CLN and click on Events & Workshops to see what's coming up.
Talk to Professors
Connecting with your professors can be a great way to explore the different paths a major can lead you to, as well as learn about possible opportunities for research, volunteering or becoming a TA. Drop by during their office hours or request an appointment.
Student Organizations
Join a student club or an academic society at UTM to meet like-minded people, explore your interests and make valuable connections. To view a list of current clubs and societies, visit the Centre for Student Engagement's website. Some organizations you may consider are:
Philosophy Academic Society
LinkedIn
Create a LinkedIn profile to connect with professionals in various fields, explore the career paths of UTM alumni, research employers, apply for specific positions and more. Need help? Come to the Career Centre to book a LinkedIn profile critique.
Professional Associations
There are many benefits of becoming a member of association(s), such as developing a network of contacts, learning about industry trends, accessing industry-related job postings and stating your affiliation on your resume. Some associations related to this major are:
Get some experience and exposure to the industry while being a student. This will increase your chances of finding a job after graduation, while helping you decide what area might be most suitable for you.
The work study program provides eligible students with an opportunity to work on campus during the academic year and gain experience. Many departments use this program to hire UTM students during the Fall/Winter and Summer terms.
Check out our binder with detailed information on volunteer opportunities; available in the Career Centre
Learn about the Co-Curricular Record (CCR), which can help you find opportunities beyond the classroom and have your skills and experiences captured on an official document; go to the co-curricular database to find out how you can get involve
Student Organizations
Joining any student club or academic society at UTM is a great way to gain valuable skills and expand your resume. To view a list of current clubs and societies, visit the Centre for Student Engagement's website.
4b. Off-Campus
Internships, Summer, Part-Time and Volunteer Positions
Check out our binders with detailed information on internships and volunteer opportunities; available in the Career Centre
Review our Internships, Summer Employment Programs and Summer Job Search tip sheets
Full Time Positions
Networking is an essential element of job search today, as most jobs are not advertised. While you should still apply for positions you find online, building relationships with professionals is a proven way to access the 'hidden job market' with some of the most desirable opportunities. Attend the "Learn to Network" workshop to discover proven techniques to effectively introduce yourself and make contacts.
Login to CLN and click on Jobs to access current postings advertised to graduating students and recent UofT grads. Note: You must attend the "Now That I'm Graduating, What's Next?" workshop to gain access to these postings.
The Career Resource Library contains information about a wide range of occupations in all industries, resume and cover letter resources, effective work search methods, graduate/professional school preparation guides and more.
Meet with an academic or departmental advisor, who can guide you in achieving academic success. Contact the Office of the Registrar or your department for more information.
Career Planning by Year
Visit our Career Planning by Year page for ideas of important career related activities for each year. You can visit us in the Career Centre to find out more about career areas that interest you.
