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What kind of fields can I work in with a degree in english

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English Career Fields

  • Writing/Editing
  • Technical Communication
  • Publishing
  • Education
  • Advertising
  • Public Relations
  • Business
  • Law
  • Journalism
  • Creative Writing
  • Information Technology Writing
  • Information/Library Science
  • Creative Services
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Non Profit or Public Interest

Graduate School

Nearly 70% of St. Mary’s students continue their education after graduation.

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

  •  University of Oregon (English)
  • Rice University (English)
  • College of William and Mary (American Studies)
  • University of Wisconsin–Madison (Library Science)
  • Graduate Center at City University of New York (English)
  • Miami University (English)
  • American University
  • Wake Forest University
  • University of Maryland
  • University of Houston
  •  Georgetown University (English)
  • Wake Forest University (English)
  • Oregon State University (English)
  • University of Maryland (Library Science)
  • Duke University
  • Columbia University
  • George Mason University
  • Purdue University
  • Iowa State University
  • University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Professional Resources

English 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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