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Liberal Arts Advisement & Careers

Linguistics

Looking Forward

As linguists, we seek to reinforce the reputation of BYU as a language capital by:

1. Enhancing students’ curiosity regarding language-related issues
2. Teaching analytical, linguistic, and problem-solving skills
3. Mentoring in the science and documentation of language and in professional presentation and publication.

Resources for Looking Forward
Competencies and Careers
Professional Certifications
Grad School

Competencies and Careers

Career Advisor: Christian Sagers christian_sagers@byu.edu
Liberal Arts Professional Competencies

Professional Certifications

Professional certifications are a great way to enhance your credentials when you graduate demonstrate proficiency in a particular area or skill. There is college funding available through Humanities for these certifications as well if they are done while you are in your undergraduate degree!

Grad School

There are a wide variety of masters programs that can be beneficial for Editing and Publishing students. Using BYU connect can be a great way to see what people with the job you want have on their resume: https://alumni.byu.edu/byuconnect

Grad School Prep handouts
Pre-Professional Advisement Center
Peterson's Guide to Grad School
Grad School Handouts

Beyond the Office

If I'm not planning on working full-time, how can I use my Linguistics degree in meaningful ways outside of being employed full-time?

Freelance Resources

You can take on freelance, part-time work projects. Sometimes these are called "side gigs." There are lots of ways to put your competencies and interests to work, even if it's part-time or temporary/project-based.
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Freelance Jobs | UpWork

Find Remote & Online Work
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Twine

Freelance Job Search Engine
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How to Start a Side Hustle

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30 Side Hustle Ideas That Don't Need Experience (2025)

Shopify
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Volunteer Resources

Find part-time volunteer opportunities that help you maintain and build your competencies!
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Community Needs

Volunteer Opportunities
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UServeUtah

Volunteer Opportunities
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What to Do in Provo

Volunteer Opportunities
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Volunteer.gov

Volunteer Opportunities
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Mormon Women For Ethical Government

Volunteer Opportunities
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Manage A Household

Use your degree to effectively manage a household and purposefully raise a family.

Parent Strategies for Improving Their Child's Reading and Writing

Your degree can boost learning outcomes for your kids
  • Model good habits by reading and writing in front of your child.
  • Make reading materials—ones they will truly care about—readily available for your child
  • Talk with your child. Children expand their vocabulary and understanding of sentence structures through conversations with others.
  • Give your child authentic writing tasks to help them find their voice and develop their sense of power

Helping Parents Get a College Education Helps Children Succeed

“European researchers have shown that the positive effects of parental education can be seen as early as age 4 and persist through graduation. Comparing the effects of parental education, socio-economic status, and income over the life course, the same researchers confirm that parental education matters, with maternal education having its strongest effect in early childhood, especially on cognitive development and the associated long-term benefits.”

FAQ's

  • Start with your Career Director, Christian Sagers.
    You can check out these online resources from Careers Services to help you be strategic in your job search and application process.
    You can also take a class on job search strategies: STDEV 317.

  • There are many ways to make the most of the years between undergrad and grad school! Your Career Director, your Academic and Professional Development Manager, your professors, and the advisors at Pre-Professional Advisement can all help you find meaningful work that will move you toward your goals.

    Handshake: The ultimate job board for internships and entry level jobs. Use it to search for jobs, connect with alumni, and research companies. You can find jobs that will prepare you for grad school!

    O*NET OnLine: This database helps you explore jobs, find similar jobs under related job titles, search for jobs in specific locations, and connect to professional organizations.

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  • There are resources on campus to help you find time to apply for jobs and still be successful in your classes.

    You can check out these online resources from Careers Services to help you be strategic in your job search and application process.

    Your Career Director can give you personalized resources to make your job search productive and efficient.

  • Career Services resources are available to all alumni for 2 years after graduation.

    Pre-Professional Advisement offers services to alumni.

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Exploring the Major
Engaging in the Major
Looking Forward
FAQs