Education, Cultures & Human Services

Welcome to Pitt’s Education, Cultures & Human Services Career Community! Students interested in these careers often like to instruct, advocate, mentor, research, guide, and assist both individuals and communities. They are concerned with issues like social justice, equality, educational access and attainment, mental health, and individual and community wellness. Possible explore positions include teaching, instructing, social work, counseling, guidance, advocacy, and community development.

There can be overlap between Education, Cultures & Human Services and other career communities. As you review the information below, consider the wide range of career options open to you with your academic training, skills, interests, and experience.

7 Excellent Career Ideas For Language Learners

Written by Donovan Nagel

Are you learning a language to further your career?

Do you have a career in foreign languages?

Of all the people I’ve surveyed and listened to over the years, career is one of the most popular motivators for …

By Career Center
Career Center
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Resume and CV Writing Tips – Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Evidence-informed data from sources including the 3rd edition of the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Usage Report from Jobscan, shows that most companies today rely on applicant tracking systems (ATS) to help them with the hiring process. These companies do not …
By Ingrid Beute
Ingrid Beute Career Consultant, Engineering & Science & Career Champions Program Coordinator
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THEATRE JOBS BEYOND THE STAGE

So much to do outside the spotlight!

Written by Natalie Clare

Theatre jobs abound even if production doesn’t seem like the right fit. Professional theatres operate in nearly every major city in the U.S., and New York City is rich …

By Erin Wheeler
Erin Wheeler Career Consultant
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Convincing Gen Z to work in the federal government

An effort to recruit a new generation of employees includes job fairs and more internships

By Andrew Zaleski

Updated March 29, 2023 at 7:32 a.m. EDT | Published March 29, 2023 at 6:00 a.m. EDT

When she entered the University of …

By Erin Wheeler
Erin Wheeler Career Consultant
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Exploring the Rewarding World of Social Work Jobs

Welcome to the dynamic and compassionate realm of social work, where every day presents an opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals and communities. Social work is more than just a job; it’s a calling that empowers you to …

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Education, Cultures & Human Services Resources

Writing a federal resume differs from crafting a resume for the private sector. Federal resumes adhere to specific guidelines and …

Neuroscience is a vast and interdisciplinary field that offers a wide range of opportunities at various levels of education. Let’s …

An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) reads resumes and curriculum vitae by parsing, or electronically analyzing the text. It extracts key …

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Connect with Alumni

Reach out to any of these alumni who have shared their profiles in Pitt Commons.

  • Pittsburgh
  • Associate Professor and Vice Chair (Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology) University of Pittsburgh
Meet Thomas >
  • Washington DC
  • Foreign Service Officer US Department of State
Meet Bradford >
  • Pittsburgh
  • (Retired) Executive Associate Athletic Director & Associate Dean of Students University of Pittsburgh
Meet Donna >
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Senior Events Manager Magee-Womens Research Institute & Foundation
Meet Gina >
  • Boston, MA
  • Business Intelligence Manager HarbourVest
Meet Jeremy >
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Physical Scientist Centers for Disease Control and Prevention / NIOSH
Meet Edward >
  • Cali, Valle
  • Inclusion Teacher Colegio Bolivar
Meet Juliana M. >
  • Lincoln University, PA
Meet Shelly >
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • Regional Director (Central) Virginia Veteran & Family Support Program (Virginia Dept. Of Veterans Services)
Meet Ben >
  • Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ
Meet Esteban >
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Aspire Program Coordinator Goodwill of SWPA
Meet April >
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Project Manager Texolve Digital
Meet Matthew >

Did you know?

88% of Class of 2020 grads pursuing careers in education, cultures and human services were working or enrolled in graduate programs within 6 months of graduation. Top employers included the Work History Center and the U.S. Census Bureau, while top schools included Pitt, Michigan and Miami. Visit our Success After Pitt site to check out the details!

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