Psychologists study the influence of biological, mental, social and environmental factors on human and animal behavior. As scientists, they examine these relationships by applying the Scientific Method, involving detailed observations, experimental design, and statistical analysis. In addition, psychologists apply this knowledge to help individuals as clinical therapists and mental health workers, and to help communities and organizations, for instance, in their managerial organization, labor relations, employee motivation, human resources, and marketing design of products. As experts of behavior, the opportunities for psychologists to aid in an individual’s well-being, or in an organization’s performance, are extensive. Psychology is also a common pre-law or pre-med major/minor.
Degree: BA/BS/Minor in Psychology
Career Options(Some occupations may require further education/licensure) |
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| Advocate Analyst Attorney Case Worker Child Psychologist Clinical Psychologist Community Relations Director Counselor Health Educator Hospice Coordinator Human Resources Specialist Industrial Psychologist |
Laboratory Assistant Market Researcher Marketing Manager Mental Health Counselor Neurologist Occupational Therapist Probation Officer Psychiatrist Psychologist Professor Public Relations Specialist |
Recreational Therapist Rehabilitation Counselor Researcher Sales Representative School Psychologist Social Worker Statistician Therapist Teacher Training & Development Specialist Youth Corrections Officer |
Where are OSU Psychology alumni working?(Data obtained from LinkedIn) |
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| Mental Health Therapist, Deschutes County Behavioral Health Human Resources Manager, BBSI Marketing Assistant, Territorial Seed Company Human Factors Engineer, Intel Corporation Labor Relations Specialist, Lane County Fraud Investigator, State of Oregon Associate Editor, The Prevention Researcher Licensed Professional Counselor, Second Nature Cascades Data Analytics Specialist, Pacific Source Health Plans Family Advocate, South Coast Head Start Business Manager, Early Education Program Project Specialist, Symplicity Corporation Clinical Information Systems Analyst, Deschutes County Statewide Trainer, Options for Southern Oregon |
Where have OSU-Cascades students participated in experiential learning (internships/research/etc.)? |
| Department of Human Services CASA Human Development and Family Sciences Department, OSU-Cascades |
Job Search:
In addition to our general job, internship, and volunteer search resources, below are some industry specific resources to help you search for opportunities in psychology. Don't forget the important process of researching employers and networking with professionals in companies/organizations that you are interested in.
- Psychology Jobs
- National Human Services
- American Psychological Association
- National Institutes of Health
- HigherEdJobs
Research Resources
Graduate School
In addition to our general Graduate/Professional School resources, utilize the following resources for researching advanced degrees in psychology.
- APA Graduate and Postdoctoral Education
- Frequently Asked Questions about Grad School
- APA Applying to Graduate School
- PSYCAS (centralized application system)
Professional Associations
Involvement in professional associations can expand your network, keep you up to date on current trends in the field, and give you access to additional job and internship opportunities.
Additional Resources
- OSU Corvallis Information on Psychology
- APA Career Development Resources (academic and non-academic options in Psychology)
- APA Grants and Funding
- PsychologyCareerCenter
Career Development Center
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