One degree, many bright futures.
A psychology degree from the University of Oregon opens doors to a variety of careers.
Our department prides itself on teaching undergraduates skills that make them attractive candidates for many different professions. Coursework in psychology teaches students skills in problem solving, communication, and analytical thinking. Our alumni have used their training to find success in careers across a number of different fields. Read below for alumni spotlights, and to browse a sample of the many futures a degree in psychology can provide.
A degree in psychology prepares you for many different professional careers. Below is a sampling of other positions our alumni have held.
Position Title | Organization |
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Account manager | D3 Solutions |
Recruiter | Maxim Staffing |
Counselor | Looking Glass Youth & Family Services |
Psychiatric technician | Albertina Kerr Center |
Volunteer coordinator | Oregon Friends and Shelter |
Treatment team member | SCAR/Jasper Mountain Center |
Inventory manager | Human Movement |
Life skills assistant | Spriggs Middle School |
Relief worker | Marion County |
Buyer | AVIATRAX Turnkey Aviation Solutions |
Lab manager | UC Davis Center for Mind and Brain |
Child manager | ClubSport San Ramon |
Neuroscience source analyst | UGI Corporation |
Physical therapy aide | Legacy Health System |
Research and counseling | Discovery Practice Management |
Administrative support specialist | Lane Community College |
Liability and coverage investigator | Progressive Insurance |
Vocational manager | Home Life |
Special education coordinator | North Wasco School District |
Marketing specialist | Learning.com |
Personal agent | Inclusion Inc. |
Behavioral support specialist | Family Human Development |
Project manager | Oregon Social Learning Center |
Owner | The Barn Light |
Therapy assistant | Organization for Research and Learning |
Case manager | Douglas County Mental Health |
Behavioral therapist | Play Connections |
Account representative | State Farm Insurance |
Recruiting coordinator | Custom Decorators |
Assistant women’s lacrosse coach | University of the District of Columbia |
Occupational therapist | Bay Crest Village |
Mental health assistant | Community Counseling Solutions |
Editorial assistant | U.S. Indian Health Service |
Production manager | Eugene Ballet Company |
Site lead | City of Eugene |
Event and race director | Eventurous Events |
Lab coordinator | University of Illinois |
Analytical chemist | Validation Resources LLC |
Case manager and mentor | Bridges Academy |
iOS developer | Pure Solutions Internet Marketing |
Chemical dependency counselor | LifeWorks Northwest |
Career consultant | JAC International Co. |
Operations coordinator | Raycom Sports |
Resource consultant | United Health Group |
Protective services | County of San Diego |
Office manager | Willamette Valley Psychiatric Medicine LLC |
Organization development specialist | Brazilian Foundation for Sustainable Development |
Research assistant | Oregon Social Learning Center |
Eating disorder therapist | RainRock Treatment Center |
Children’s ministry | Beaverton Foursquare Church |