<p>Hello,
I'm a Philosophy Major (Emphasis in Law), my goal when beginning this major was that I was going to go to law school afterwards. However my goal since then has faded and I no longer wish to attend law school or pursue a career in law. So here is my question, what job prospects are available for me? </p>
<p>I know I've gained valuable skills in logic, reasoning, communications and such but what type of job can I apply these skills to? More realistically, what jobs out there notice philosophy majors for these skills? </p>
<p>I made some research (google search) and tried to see what was available for me, but the material was either out dated or there was no clarity in what jobs were available. So now I'm asking you, whoever you may be, if you are aware of or know any philosophy majors who were able to get a job outside of law on their own accord?</p>
<p>Off Topic:
Also, I wish not to continue my education in graduate school for philosophy. Honestly, I do not enjoy philosophy as a study. However I am able to pull my weight in this major, and have been able to get onto the dean's list thus far. </p>
<p>My interests are in gaming companies, and animation studios though my job prospects are not limited to them. Also I've considered going to art school afterwards, possibly getting a degree in animation but I'm in a point in my life where I'm not quite sure what to do for my future. My expected graduation date is May 2013.</p>
<p>I can’t think of anything so specific . . . I’m picturing you just marketing your skills in a variety of things that many may not consider a specific career track/field. Have you thought about the political realm - with your ability to write and your possible pick up in art, you may find a nitch in political ads? Most likely that would still involve getting credentialed in an art form though.</p>
<p>I’m also thinking of the addage of “Those who can’t do, teach.” If you obtained a MA Phil, then you can try to tech classes at the CC or university level . . . but you may not be the best candidate for that if it’s not your ‘passion’ as you’d have to explain these concepts all day.</p>
<p>Really your biggest skills from Philosophy are most likely gonna be writing, disecting information and logic. Have you ever thought about going into journalism? Again, maybe in the political or ‘Opinion’ sides? If you’re into video games and technology, then maybe you can be a tech writer by writing articles or reviews on new technology (news or online/magazine pubs)?</p>
<p>Are you interested in the Ethics of philosophy? If so, then you might find other nitches in just about anything (as Ethics is usually tied to just about anything) from Bioethics and Business Ethics to Ethical Decision Making.</p>
<p>Does anything jump out to you as an interest that you feel you would enjoy doing it for a long time, even if you may not be as successful at it than Philosophy?</p>
<p>Insurance Underwriter</p>
<p>Insurance Claims Adjustor</p>
<p>Technical Writer</p>
<p>Marketing</p>
<p>Operations</p>
<p>Just apply to jobs and take anything you can get.</p>