Literature

While some Literature majors plan careers in education, others discover a wide range options and possibilities. Many of our students’ careers move in and out of educational institutions to corporations and nonprofits. In addition to teaching, many practice writing, communications, and training.

The skills that our major develops turn out to be exactly what many offices and institutions need. These skills include processing information, critical thinking, cultural literacy, and communication skills. As creative individuals, Literature majors often invent themselves and their jobs, either on their own or within corporate and nonprofit contexts.

A Sample
of Related Occupations

Administrative Assistant
Advertising Account
Campaign Manager
Claims Examiner
Communications Specialist
Community Relations
Copy Writer
Corporate Trainer
Critic
Customer Service Rep.
Editor/Writer
Editorial Assistant
Education Director
Executive Fundraiser
Fact Checker
Free Lance
Writer/Editor/Proofreader
Historical Society Specialist
Journalist
Legislative Assistant
Lobbyist
Management Trainee
Marketing/Sales Manager
Media Analyst
Media Buyer
Museum Curator
Nonprofit Administrator
Personnel Trainee
Production Assistant
Proofreader
Public Relations Specialist
Publicity Assistant
Research Assistant
Researcher
Sales Representative
Special Events Coordinator
Specialist Librarian
Teacher
Volunteer Coordinator

Types of Employers

Advertising Agencies
Book & Magazine Publishers
Community Arts Centers
Community Service Organizations
Consumer Organizations
Cultural Organizations Museums
Educational Institutions
Financial Institutions
Public Relations Firms
Foundations
Healthcare Facilities
Historical Societies
Hospitality Organizations
Insurance Companies
Investment Firms
Libraries
Market Research Companies
Media (Radio, TV)
Newspapers/Magazines
Private and Non-profit Organizations
Research Organizations
Retail Stores
Telecommunications Firms
Theaters

Government Agencies

Civil Rights Commission
Consumer Affairs Office
Cultural Affairs
Department of Education
Division of Youth & Family Services
Legislative Affairs
Motor Vehicle Department
National Endowment for the Humanities
National Institutes of Health
Peace Corp/AmeriCorps
Political Organizations
Small Business Administration
Travel and Tourism Department

(Adapted from diverse materials from university career and counseling services;
please send additions and suggestions to klett@uhcl.edu)