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English
Facility in the use of one's language is valuable in many careers and in
daily
interaction. Studying the literature of one's culture develops this facility through
exposure to different verbal styles, practice in oral and written critical analysis
and acquaintances with the major themes of human experience.
The Department of English seeks to improve the use
of language among students at the University. Freshman classes are limited to
22 students so that students can receive close, personal attention from their
instructors; the average size of upper-level classes is 25 students. Students
choosing to major in English study a curriculum of British, American and/or comparative
literature; they may also specialize in journalism, film, business-technical writing,
English-education, or ethnic studies. Courses in creative writing are regularly
offered, and the department participates in an interdisciplinary minor in Irish
studies.
Approximately 25 percent of students majoring in
English go on to graduate study in fields such as law, library science, literature
or journalism. The skills that many English majors develop in articulation, written
communication and analysis are valued by employers in banking, sales, insurance,
lobbying, labor relations and social service fields. There are also job opportunities
in journalism, publishing and editing, technical writing, advertising, teaching
and public relations.
For further information on English majors, students
should contact Dr. Stephen Bernhardt, 212 Memorial Hall, or call 831-2362.
Sample Job Titles
| Bachelor's Degree/Entry Level
|
Further Education/Experience
Often
Required |
| *public relations assistant |
*technical writer |
| *teacher |
*journalist |
| *management trainee |
*copy writer |
| *mass media assistant |
*research journalist |
| *publishing assistant |
*public information
specialist |
| *editorial assistant |
*entertainment
agent |
Check the Dictionary of Occupational Titles under section 131 for additional
related careers.
Enhancing Employability
- Participate in Internships,
Field Experience Placements and Alumni Mentor Network.
- Sample UD Field Experiences in communications:
The Eye Magazine, BSA Advertising, FOX Philadelphia, Smart Button, The Media
Theatre for the Performing Arts, Delaware Today magazine
Some Employers of English Majors
* magazines and newspapers
* book publishers
* colleges/universities
* public relation firms
* telecommunications organizations
* radio stations
* consulting firms
* business and industry
* non-profit organizations
* libraries
Other Sources of Information
American Advertising Federation
www.aaf.org
American Copy Editors Society
www.copydesk.org
American Society of Journalists & Authors
www.asja.org
Artist Resources
www.art.net/links/artref/resources.html
Association for Women in Communications
www.womcom.org/
Marketing, Sales and Advertising Jobs
www.marketingjobs.com/
Media Job Listings - TV * Film * Radio
www.tvandradiojobs.com
Media Line
www.medialine.com
Nation Job Network - Advertising/Media Jobs
www.nationjob.com/media
Online Public Relations
www.online-pr.com
Opportunities in Public Affairs
www.opajobs.com
Public Relations Society of America
www.prsa.org
Society for News Design
www.snd.org
Society for Technical Communication
www.stc.org
The Riley Guide
www.rileyguide.com
The Write Jobs
www.writejobs.com
Web Advertising Jobs
www.Webadvertisingjobs.com
Writer's Resource Center
www.poewar.com
Writing/Editing
www.SunOasis.com
Resources for Finding Employment
Found at the Career Services Center's Career Library (first floor):
- Blue Hen Careers -- Internships, Part-time, Summer, and Full-time Jobs -- All in one place
- Gardner's Guide to Internships @ Multimedia
& Animation Studios (EXR 41)
- The Media Internship Book (EXR 44)
- 100 Careers in Film and Television (CSE 185)
- Career Opportunities in Television and Cable (CSE 190)
- Opportunities in Publishing Careers (CSE 221)
- Careers in Publishing (CSE 221.5)
- Careers in Focus - Publishing (CSE 222)
- Career Opportunities in the Publishing Industry (CSE 222.5)
- Opportunities in Writing Careers (CSE 223)
- Careers for Writers & Others Who Have
a Way With Words (CSE 226)
- Careers for Bookworms and Other Literary Types
(CSE 240)
- What Can You Do with a Major in English? (CSE
243)
- Great Jobs for English Majors (CSE 246)
- Career Opportunities for Writers (CSE 247)
- Careers in Focus - Writing (CSE 248)
- The Complete Guide to Fundraising Management (CSE 249)
- Opportunities in Fund-Raising Careers (CSE
250)
- Careers in Fundraising (CSE 251)
- Opportunities in Technical Writing Careers
(CSE 254)
- Great Jobs for Liberal Arts Majors (CSE 556)
- Smart Moves for Liberal Arts Grads (CSE 557)
- Top Careers for Liberal Arts Graduates (CSE
559)
- Career Opportunities in the Nonprofit Sector (CSE 654)
- Graduate Programs in the Humanities, Arts
& Social Sciences (GS 20)
- www.udel.edu/CSC/netresources.html
CSC's Internet Resources
Further information including: Skills to Develop,
Strategies for Contacting Employers, Grad School Information and where to
get assistance is available in the CAREER LIBRARY located at 401 Academy
Street.
Last updated: January 26, 2011 (CH)
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