SKILLS DEVELOPED
- Reflect on moral, legal, and political questions
- Assess the presuppositions of the sciences, social sciences and humanities
- Negotiating, conflict resolution, debating skills
- Summarize complex material
- Prepare and defend ideas/concepts
- Exacting analytical and problem solving skills
- Proficient in analytical and synthetic reasoning
- Compare perspectives and integrate viewpoints
- Investigate and explore profound issues
- Analyze relationships between factors
- Capacity for clear expression and critical thinking
- Speak articulately and listen objectively
- Extensive reading skills
- Think thoroughly and systematically
- Research and report writing
- Address complex ethical and practical dilemmas
- Cultural awareness
- Communicate in a logical manner
- Pursue, explore and explain intangible ideas
SAMPLE JOB TITLES
- Arbitrator
- Biographer
- Biomedical Ethics Researcher
- Colleges/ Universities
- Communications
- Consulting Firms
- Counsellor
- Diplomat
- Editor
- Ethics Consultant
- Foreign Correspondent
- Freelance Writer
- Government
- Humanities Bibliographer
- Human Resources
- Intelligence Analyst
- Journalist
- Law Firms
- Lecturer
- Legislative Assistant
- Lobbyist
- Media
- Medical Ethicist
- Non Profit Organizations
- Policy Advisor
- Political Organizations
- Public Relations
- Religious Associations
- Research Assistant
- Technical Writer
Further Resources
Careerspace Resources
- Careerspace Website - Extensive career development and work search information including tools, links, strategies and assessments.
- Trent University Student Job Board - Look for on- and off-campus opportunities.
- Career Resources on myTrent - Access the following resources through myTrent>Support>Careerspace
- Career Cruising and TypeFocus - Free self-assessments that connect your interests and personality to your career.
- My World Abroad - Provides information, strategies, and tips for anyone considering going abroad for work, study or travel.
- Career Counselling and Résumé Critiques - Get feedback in a one-on-one appointment.
- Career and Work Search Workshops - Register through the Events Calendar
- Events and Fairs - Your opportunity to meet and network with employers and recruiters on campus.
Professional Associations & Societies
Professional associations and societies can be effective exploration resources as they provide information about careers, job boards, events and professional development opportunities. These groups can be used for networking, so become familiar with them!
- The Canadian Philosophical Association (CPA)
- The Canadian Society for the Study of Practical Ethics
- International Association for Philosophy of Law & Social Philosophy
- American Philosophical Association
- Society for Phenomenology and Existential Philosophy
- International Society for Philosophers
- Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council
- Trent Philosophy Society
Opportunities - Internships, Careers, Government Programs
- Trent University Student Job Board
- CPA Jobs, Grants, Fellowships
- Scholarly Societies Project
- W. Maurice Young Centre for Applied Ethics
- Humanities and Social Sciences Online
- Jobs in Philosophy
- Academic Careers Online
- The Canadian Journalism Project
- Ontario Internship Program
- Career Edge
- Federal Government Jobs
- Provincial Government Jobs
- Charity Village
Get Experience
- Philosophy at Trent University - Courses, program faculty, news and events, resources, and more department information.
- Trent Community Research Centre - Students are matched with local organizations to assist with research, planning and other community development projects for course credit.
- Trent University Student Organizations - Get involved in groups that will contribute to learning new skills & gaining a variety of experience.
Co-op
Complete three paid work terms and graduate with a distinct career advantage. To learn more about co-op, visit the co-op website.
Get Connected
Develop Your Network-get advice about careers from alumni and other professionals
- Networking, Mentoring and Informational Interviewing - Careerspace has workshops and one-on-one appointments to help you develop your network.
- Mentoring/Networking Programs - Programs and events to help you navigate your career options.