Futures in Interdisciplinary Studies

Careers

What do interdisciplinary studies majors do? Tons!

The majority of IDS majors graduate from Salem State with Latin honors. 40% are double majors. They go on to a huge variety of fields, including business; social services; museums; cultural orgs; education; politics; social justice work; journalism; law and others.

Interdisciplinary Studies Career Guide

Read our career guide for information on professional associations in interdisciplinary studies, sample resumes, interview tips and more.

Roles of Recent Graduates

  • Director of services for homelessness advocacy in Los Angeles
  • Lead historical interpreter at the Old North Church, Boston
  • Journalist/editor with national newspaper
  • Elementary school teachers in many MA cities/towns
  • Real Estate agent
  • Case worker for adults with intellectual disabilities
  • Small business owner
  • Work with global NGOs
  • Educator at school on Navajo reservation in Colorado

 

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