Come stop by our undergraduate resume drop-ins hours, Monday - Fridays, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Science Library, G50!

Human Services

Welcome to the Human Services community. The field of human services is broad, with the objective to meet human needs; focusing on prevention, mediating problems, and continuing a commitment to improving the quality of life for the populations being served. Students in the following majors may be interested in the Human Services Career Community:

  • Africana Studies
  • Anthropology
  • Communication
  • Criminal Justice
  • English
  • Human Development
  • Interdisciplinary Studies – Religious Studies
  • Philosophy
  • Psychology
  • Social Welfare
  • Sociology
  • Women’s, Gender & Sexuality Studies
  • And more!

Downstate Health Sciences University: Exploring Health Careers Program Applications – Due Monday, March 21, 2022

Applications to the Downstate Health Sciences University diversity pipeline programs are now open! Take a look at the Exploring Health Careers Program

Application deadline is Monday, March 21, 2022. Students must apply through the Downstate Health Sciences University website directly.

By Megumi Kim (she/her)
Megumi Kim (she/her) Career Advisor
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Looking Ahead | The Social-Impact Sector in 2050

What does the future hold for nonprofits? Though specifics are hard to predict, social-impact organizations will likely play important roles in the coming decades; Rockefeller Center president Judith Rodin believes nonprofits will be seen as “an essential component of a …

By Amy Bergen - Idealist Careers
Idealist Careers
Idealist Careers | Helping you land, love, and grow in your social-impact career. And visit Idealist.org explore thousands of great jobs and social-impact organizations near you.
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A Quick Guide to Careers in Social Work

A career in social work is one of the most effective ways to improve the quality of life of people around you. And the need for social workers is always on the rise. So if you have the desire to …

By Judy Robinson - Firsthand
Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Consider these 5 things before choosing a human services internship

 

Dewey Delisle started eight years ago at New England Center for Children (NECC) as an entry-level teacher. Now he finds himself training and managing interns as the Intern Specialist, and has great advice for students seeking a human service …

By Bethany Wallace - College Recruiter
College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Internship Spotlights

UAlbany students have fantastic internship opportunities! Read on to get inspired:

 

Internship Spotlight – New York State Mesonet

 

Contact & Location

Phone
(518) 437-4900
Address

Science Library - G50
1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12222

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