Careers in Communication
A degree that opens doors
Communication is a versatile, high-impact field that prepares you for success across industries. Whether you’re drawn to media, strategy, healthcare or tech, the skills you gain from a Communication degree are in high demand everywhere.
- Public Relations and Marketing
- Advertising and Media Production
- Health and Risk Communication
- UX/UI Design and Digital Strategy
- Government and Public Policy
- Organizational Management
- Data Analysis and Research
- Journalism, Broadcasting and Entertainment
Our graduates thrive in sectors like business, technology, healthcare, education, and politics—or go on to pursue advanced degrees in communication, law, public health, information science and more.
Strong communication skills are essential in nearly every professional environment. Communication majors often work in traditional fields like:
- Public relations
- Marketing
- Sales
- Broadcasting (radio and TV)
- Management
- Human resources
- Civil and social service organizations
But today, communication expertise is also fueling growth in emerging industries—including information technology, healthcare innovation and political strategy.
The Career Design Center helps you explore options, build practical skills and take action on your goals. Whether you are just starting to think about what comes next or actively preparing for jobs or graduate school, you will find clear guidance and real opportunities to move forward.
What you can do at the Career Design Center:
- Meet one-on-one with a career design consultant
- Get support with job and internship searches and grad school planning
- Use online tools for resumes, interviews, networking and exploring real-world challenges
- Attend job + Internship fairs, skillshops and networking events
- Explore employment and salary data through Job Market Stats
You can also visit the Career Design Studio any time to discover tools, resources and ideas that help you plan your path.
