Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
What are some viable career options for an English major?
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The publishing sector

This position holds that publishing is an ideal career for English majors. It argues that their years of close reading, writing and grammatical precision equip them to work as editors — scouting, proofreading and advising authors — and even to become published writers themselves.

Supporting arguments · 2

  1. English majors can become authors
    An English major’s fluency and proficiency in writing can flourish in this occupation.
  2. English majors can become editors
    English majors are suited for this job because of their education and experience in writing and grammar, and perhaps even their knowledge of various kinds of literature.