Careers by Major - Psychology

This program is offered through the Department of Psychology

Each Careers by Major page provides lots of ideas on various career areas, as well as how to gain related skills and experience. Useful resources and job samples are also provided.

1. Sample Occupations and Jobs
1a. Sample Occupations
1b. Sample Job Listings
1c. Sample Areas of Employment
2. Program-Related Skills
3. Explore Careers & Build Networks
4. Get Experience
4a. On-Campus
4b. Off-Campus
5. Useful Resources & Next Steps

1. Sample Occupations and Jobs

Below is a sample of the many types of occupations and jobs pursued by graduates of this program.

1a. Sample Occupations

Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Detailed career profiles are available in the Career Centre. Some occupationsrequire further education and experience.

Counsellor/Therapist/
Psychologist

Academic Counsellor
Addictions Counsellor
Art Psychologist
Art/ Music Therapist
Athletic Therapist
Behaviour Therapist
Career Counsellor
Exercise Therapist
Marriage and Family Therapist
Industrial-Organizational Psychologist
Immigration Officer
Light Therapist
Massage Therapist
Media Psychologist
Mental Health Nurse
Military Psychologist
Movement Therapist
Occupational Therapist
Psychologist
Recreation Therapist
Rehabilitation Counsellor
Residential Counsellor
School Counsellor
Speech-Language Pathologist
Voice Therapist
Women’s Counsellor

Residential Care

Activities Coordinator
Case Worker
Child And Youth Worker
Community Worker
Crisis Worker
Gerontologist
Health Care Administrator
Personal Care Attendant
Hospital Service Worker
Mental Health Nurse
Relief Worker
Resident Services Provider
Special Services Supervisor

Academic and Teaching-Related

Educational Administrator
Elementary School Teacher
ESL Teacher
High School Teacher
Librarian
Professor
Researcher
School Counsellor
Special Education Teacher
Speech-Language Pathologist
Teacher

Human Resources

Admissions Evaluator
Benefits Manager
Compensation Manager
Corporate Trainer
Education Specialist
Employment Interviewer
Grievance Officer
Human Resources Specialist
Human Resources Worker
Job Analyst
Labour Relations Specialist
Mediator
Industrial-Organizational Psychologist
Recruiter
Trainer/Training Specialist

Social and Human Services

Child And Youth Worker
Child Life Specialist
Community Worker
Clinical Coordinator
Clinical Manager
Communications Specialist
Correctional Officer
Health Care Administrator
Hospital Service Worker
Probation Or Parole Officer
Program Coordinator
Religious Worker
Social Worker
Sociologist
Support Worker
Volunteer Manager

Business-Related and Other

Account Manager (Banking)
Advertising Copywriter
Advertising Account Executive
Credit Counsellor
Entrepreneur
Event Planner
Foreign Services Officer
Fundraiser
Lawyer
Management Trainee
Market Research Analyst
Media Buyer
Planner
Public Policy Analyst
Public Relations Specialist
Sales Representative
Statistician
Writer
Sport Psychology Consultant
Developmental Service Worker

1b. Sample Job Listings

Below is a sample of delisted positions that have been posted on UofT's Career Learning Network (CLN). To access current listings, login to CLN and click on Jobs.

Research Analyst, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
Clinical Study Coordinator, MacAnxiety Research Centre
Peer Heath Education, Health & Counselling Centre, UTM
Individual, Couple, and Family Counsellor, Catholic Family Services
Speech Language Pathology Volunteer, West Park Healthcare Centre
Organization & Human Performance Analyst, Accenture
Youth Project Manager, Healthy Minds Canada
Research Assistant, Baycrest
Lab/Research Assistant, Department of Psychology, UTM
Psychometrist, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Information & Referral Counsellor, Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services
Clinical Therapist - MSW/Psychologist, The Kyla Fox Centre
Marketing Coordinator, World Vision Canada
Student Success Assistant, Office of the Registrar, UTM
Clinical Neuropsychologist, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

1c. Sample Areas of Employment

Educational institutions
Hospitals
Not-for-profit agencies
Government agencies (federal, provincial, municipal)
Community mental mealth providers
Correction and rehabilitation facilities
Insurance companies
Market research firms
Medical/health organizations
Behavioural health clinics
Community services
Religious organizations
Residential care facilities
Public relations and communications firms
Employee assistance plans

2. Program-Related Skills

Academic courses in this program provide opportunities to develop the following types of skills. Make a career counselling or an employment strategy appointment to discuss how you can demonstrate these skills to employers.

Communication: formulate and defend positions; good listening, clarifying, questioning, and responding skills; write carefully reasoned reports; and sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity.
Research: summarize complex materials; assess and analyze data; use criteria to evaluate and make decisions; and carry out tasks with thoroughness and precision.
Critical thinking and problem-solving: understand complex problems and identify potential solutions; and approach problems from a variety of perspectives.
Organizational: identify goals; manage time; multitask; and work independently and collaboratively with others.

3. Explore Careers & Build Networks

Career Exploration 101

Take our 15 minute online module. Gain access to UTM's career exploration programs:

Informational Interviews

Informational interviews are a great way to connect with professionals in a career area of interest and gain valuable insights about a particular career, company, or industry that would otherwise be difficult to find in books or online. Check out our tip sheet to learn more.

Alumni Profiles

Check out our Alumni Profiles page with submissions from UTM grads to find out how their experiences have affected their career direction.

Events

Attending career panels, networking events, employer info sessions and career fairs is a great way to meet professionals and learn more about careers, companies and industries. Login to CLN and click on Events & Workshops to see what's coming up.

Talk to Professors

Connecting with your professors can be a great way to explore the different paths a major can lead you to, as well as learn about possible opportunities for research, volunteering or becoming a TA. Drop by during their office hours or request an appointment.

Student Organizations

Join a student club or an academic society at UTM to meet like-minded people, explore your interests, and make valuable connections. To view a list of current clubs and societies, visit the Centre for Student Engagement's website. Some organizations you may consider are:

Psychology Association of Undergraduate Students at Erindale
Sexual Education & Peer Counselling Centre
Young Leaders of Public Helth and Medicine
The University of Toronto Mental Health Student Association

LinkedIn

Create a LinkedIn profile to connect with professionals in various fields, explore the career paths of UTM alumni, research employers, apply for specific positions and more. Need help? Come to the Career Centre to book a LinkedIn profile critique.

Professional Associations

There are many benefits of becoming a member of association(s), such as developing a network of contacts, learning about industry trends, accessing industry-related job postings and stating your affiliation on your resume. Some associations related to this major are:

4. Get Experience

Get some experience and exposure to the industry while being a student. This will increase your chances of finding a job after graduation, while helping you decide what area might be most suitable for you.

4a. On-Campus

On-Campus Opportunities Booklet

Check out the On-Campus Opportunities booklet to view a list of some of the ways you can get valuable experience on campus.

Work Study Positions

The work study program provides eligible students with an opportunity to work on campus during the academic year and gain experience. Many departments use this program to hire UTM students during the Fall/Winter and Summer terms.

Research Opportunity Program (ROP)

UTM's Research Opportunity Program (ROP) allows undergraduate students to gain valuable research experience and earn a course credit by participating in a faculty member's research project. Courses are held during Summer and Fall/Winter terms.

Part Time and Volunteer Positions

Attend the annual Get Experience Fair
Check out our binder with detailed information on volunteer opportunities; available in the Career Centre
Learn about the Co-Curricular Record (CCR), which can help you find opportunities beyond the classroom and have your skills and experiences captured on an official document

Student Organizations

Joining any student club or academic society at UTM is a great way to gain valuable skills and expand your resume. To view a list of current clubs and societies, visit the Centre for Student Engagement's website.

4b. Off-Campus

Internships, Summer, Part-Time and Volunteer Positions

Check out our binders with detailed information on internships and volunteer opportunities; available in the Career Centre
Login to Career Learning Network (CLN) and click on Jobs to access current postings advertised to U of T students
Attend the annual Get Hired: Summer and Full-Time Jobs Fair
Consider taking an academic internship course through your department
Check out Government of Ontario - Job Programs for Youth
Review our Internships, Summer Employment Programs, and Summer Job Search tip sheets

Full Time Positions

Networking is an essential element of job search today, as most jobs are not advertised. While you should still apply for positions you find online, building relationships with professionals is a proven way to access the 'hidden job market' with some of the most desirable opportunities. Attend the "Learn to Network" workshop to discover proven techniques to effectively introduce yourself and make contacts.
Login to CLN and click on Jobs to access current postings advertised to graduating students and recent UofT grads. Note: You must attend the "Now That I'm Graduating, What's Next?" workshop to gain access to these postings.
Attend the annual Get Hired: Summer and Full-Time Jobs Fair
Check out our list of industry-specific job boards

5. Useful Resources & Next Steps

Career Resource Library

The Career Resource Library contains information about a wide range of occupations in all industries, resume and cover letter resources, effective work search methods, graduate/professional school preparation guides, and more.

Appointments

Attend a one-on-one appointment with a career counsellor or an employment strategist to discuss what career options might work for you and determine a job search plan.
Meet with an academic or departmental advisor, who can guide you in achieving academic success. Contact the Office of the Registrar or your department for more information.

Career Planning by Year

Visit our Career Planning by Year page for ideas of important career related activities for each year. You can visit us in the Career Centre to find out more about career areas that interest you.

Additional Web Resources

Updated August 2023