Because it provides a broad knowledge base, flexible communication skills, critical thinking abilities and an understanding of human nature, the English major prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities. Students in non-teaching emphases are encouraged to minor in applied fields such as business, public relations or journalism to complement the major. In recent years, English majors have found positions in the following areas:

• Writing and editing for magazines, newspapers, and publishing companies
• Technical writing
• Management training and personnel
• Public relations and advertising
• Sales and customer service
• Research
• State and federal government
• Teaching at the secondary or middle school level
• Teaching English as a second language to adults, either abroad through the Peace Corps, or through bridge programs and corporate workplace programs