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What kind of jobs can I get with a degree in Economics?

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Highlighted Jobs

  • Hedge Fund Administrators
  • Economic Analysts
  • Cost Estimators
  • Economic Development Coordinators
  • Financial Analysts
  • Publics Affairs Specialists
  • Budget Analysts
  • International Trade Specialists
  • International Business Development Managers
  • Survey Researchers

Other Potential Fields

  • Sales Management
  • Education
  • Economics
  • Insurance
  • Financial Services Sales
  • Actuarial Science
  • Financial Analysis
  • Commercial Banking
  • Research
  • Project Management
  • E-Commerce
  • Loss Control
  • Policy Advising

Graduate School

SMCM Alumni with Economics Degrees have gone on to pursue graduate degrees at the following universities:

  • University of Virginia
  • College of William and Mary
  • Pennsylvania State University
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • The George Washington University
  • Hood College
  • Long Island University
  • Sacred Heart University
  • Mount St. Mary’s University
  • University of Oregon
  • Georgetown University

Economics Internships and Jobs

The Center for Career and Professional Development helps students gain valuable job experience through internships year-round. We offer resources to help you find the right opportunity and can guide you through the process of earning academic credit for your internship. If you’re considering an internship or want to explore earning credit, be sure to connect with our Internship Coordinator before getting started!

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(240) 895-4392
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