At OSU-Cascades, students can pursue a social science degree with an option in law and society, cultures and identities, community development and leadership, humans and the environment, or a general social science option. Students will investigate the social and cultural dynamics in our communities, explore how these dynamics impact the development of sustainable communities, and examine how effective community leadership impacts positive social change.
Degree: B.A./B.S. in Social Science
Career Options(Some occupations may require further education/licensure) |
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Public Service and Nonprofit
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Law and Advocacy
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Business and Media
Global and Cultural Affairs
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Where are OSU Social Science alumni working?(Data obtained from LinkedIn) |
Operations Director - East Africa, African Clean Energy |
Where have OSU students participated in experiential learning (internships/research/etc.)? |
Bend Bulletin |
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 social science. Don't forget the important process of researching employers and networking with professionals in companies/organizations that you are interested in.
Research Resources
Graduate School
In addition to our general Graduate/Professional School resources, utilize the following resources for researching advanced degrees in Social Science.
- U.S. News and World Report Best Social Science and Humanities Programs, Public Policy Programs, Public Health Programs, Cultural History Programs, Political Science Programs, Sociology Programs, Environmental Sciences
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.
- National Council for the Social Studies
- American Anthropological Association
- National Communication Association
- American Council of Learned Societies
- American Historical Association
- Association of American Geographers
- American Political Science Association
- Americal Sociological Association
- American Philological Association
Additional Resources
Career Development Center
The Career Development Center is here to help you navigate your future path.