Welcome To The Liberal Arts Career Community!
Students pursuing a degree in liberal arts have a wide range of career opportunities due to the versatile and broad skill set they acquire. They can venture into education, becoming teachers, professors, or educational administrators. Another prominent field is communications, where they can work as journalists, writers, editors, or public relations specialists. Liberal arts graduates are also well-suited for roles in marketing and advertising, leveraging their creativity and critical thinking skills. Additionally, many find careers in the non-profit sector, focusing on community outreach, program management, and advocacy. The analytical and problem-solving abilities developed through a liberal arts education make graduates attractive candidates for roles in business and management. Lastly, the emphasis on cultural awareness and ethical reasoning prepares them for careers in government, public policy, and law.
Explore this dedicated career page for liberal arts related career insights, resources, job and internship opportunities & more!
Search By Your SNHU Major: Explore Our Career Communities
Many employers seek candidates with a liberal arts background, knowing they will possess certain transferable skills that tend to contribute to a company’s overall diversity and in turn foster more productive teams. Click on your major below and explore all aspects of your program. Discover which career paths you can pursue with your degree and much more!
- Communication
- Digital Photography
- English
- Creative Writing
- General Studies (Liberal Arts)
- Graphic Design & Media Arts
- History
The Future of AI & Liberal Arts
Watch and listen as our distinguished employer panel discussed the future of AI and its intersection with liberal arts careers!
Liberal Arts Career Outlook Data
- Read this article about What You Can Do with a Liberal Arts Degree featuring various alumni, professionals, instructors and other academic leaders.
- DATA USA provides a expansive data reports related to occupations in Arts, Media, Design, & Entertainment. Explore this report to view occupation types, salary, job locations, job industries, diversity in hiring, and more!
- The BLS has reported overall employment in arts and design occupations is projected to grow about as fast as the average for all occupations from 2022 to 2032. About 95,800 openings are projected each year, on average, in these occupations due to employment growth and the need to replace workers who leave the occupations permanently.
How To Gain Relevant Experience For Your Liberal Arts Career Search
Often times students and alumni find themselves in a tough spot when certain job applications have the dreaded “X number of years of experience required” noted. A lot of people think “How can I get more hands on experience for the job I am applying for?” There are in fact ways a wide variety of options and strategies you can utilize to gain experience in your chosen field, and demonstrate to future employers you have the experience and skills to be successful in the position you are applying to! Knowing the types of experiences available can help you determine which ones are right for you based on your interests and career goals.
- Check out the How Students Can Gain Hands-on Relevant Experience Guide!
- Check out our available “How to Gain Experience to Land the Job you Want” video!
- Review our “Reframing The Narrative Guide”. This workbook helps career changers and job seekers identify and showcase transferable skills from any role.
- Top Virtual Volunteer Opportunities for Students
- Idealist
- Volunteer.gov
- VolunteerMatch
- CatchAFire
- CitizenScience.gov
- Free and Charitable Clinics and Charitable Pharmacies – Healthcare
- American Red Cross
- American Heart Association Volunteers
- AARP Volunteer Opportunities
- Social Work Volunteer Opportunities
- I Am Cyber Safe Volunteers
- Cyber Volunteer Resource Center
- GitHub – Open source STEM projects looking for volunteers
Short-term projects for liberal arts majors can focus on research, creative endeavors, community engagement, or skill development, leveraging their strong analytical, communication, and critical thinking skills, including:
- Research-based projects:
- Local history analysis:Research and present a historical narrative about a local landmark or community event using primary sources from archives.
- Social issue analysis: Conduct interviews and surveys to explore a local social issue, then write a report with recommendations for improvement.
- Media analysis: Analyze the portrayal of a specific topic across different media outlets, identifying biases and perspectives.
- Literature review: Explore a particular theme or author within a literary genre and present findings in a written paper.
- Creative projects:
- Documentary film: Create a short documentary on a local community group or issue, incorporating interviews and visual storytelling.
- Podcast series: Design and produce a podcast series exploring a niche topic with interviews from experts and diverse perspectives.
- Digital storytelling: Develop an interactive digital story using multimedia elements to convey a narrative or message.
- Community art project: Facilitate a collaborative art project with local residents to address a community concern or celebrate cultural diversity.
- Community engagement projects:
- Volunteer program design: Develop a volunteer program for a local organization, including recruitment strategies and impact assessment.
- Public awareness campaign: Create a campaign to educate the community about a relevant social issue using creative communication strategies.
- Community needs assessment: Conduct research to identify the most pressing needs in a local community, then propose solutions.
- Workshop facilitation: Design and deliver a workshop on a topic related to your major (e.g., writing, public speaking, critical thinking) to community members.
- Skill development projects:
- Professional writing portfolio: Compile a collection of writing samples showcasing your skills in different formats (e.g., cover letters, persuasive essays, news articles).
- Data visualization project: Use data analysis tools to visualize complex information on a relevant topic and present findings in a compelling format.
- Website design: Develop a basic website for a local organization or personal brand, focusing on user experience and visual design.
- Social media campaign: Design and implement a social media campaign to promote an event or cause, tracking engagement metrics.
Other resources:
- Virtual Internships
- CitizenScience.gov Catalog
- SNHU & Forage Job Simulations – Open to all majors. View the “Gain Experience” section on any Career 360 community page!
- Parkey Dewey Micro-Internships
- Hub Spot Micro-Internships
- Search job board sites like SNHU Handshake or Indeed for “Temporary, Part-time” opportunities
- US Dept of Labor – Seasonal Opportunities
- SeasonalJobs.com
- Federal Internship Portal
- View the federal page for hiring paths and opportunities for Students & Graduates
- Career 360 Internship Page
- ApprenticeshipUSA
- Difference between an Apprenticeship Program and a Internship Program
- Experiential learning is a short-term educational professional development or training experience opportunity that allows students to explore professional development; certification preparation and/or professional practice experiences, completing a minimum of 60 hours in that experience:
- Be sure to talk with your academic advisor about experiential learning or elective courses for your degree program, and how to register/enroll!
Listen To SNHU Passion & Practicality: A Liberal Arts Podcast
Explore Careers By Major
What Can I Do With This Major? features 100 major profiles with information on common jobs and career paths, types of employers that hire in the field, and strategies to maximize opportunities. Scroll to the bottom of each profile for links to professional associations, occupational outlook information, and job search resources.
