Career questions tagged criminaljustice
Can I be a paralegal with a criminology degree or criminal justice (either B.A, or B.S)?
I'm a high school senior and I want to become a paralegal. I plan to do legal studies or paralegal studies, but i'm wondering if having a degree in criminology or criminal justice can still allow for that path? Would a firm hire someone with that degree?
I want to do something in forensics. Where I work in crime scenes and study the reason for death, but I don't want to go to college for more than 8 years what should I do.?
Junior here
What parts of becoming an attorney or entering law school are most commonly misunderstood by students before they start and what reality check would you give someone who is seriously considering that path #Spring26?
I am currently majoring in Criminal Justice with minors in Forensic Science and Psychology. I am also on a pre-law track. I am in school to build a strong understanding of crime, the justice system, and human behavior. After completing my degree, I will be attending law school.
How can I fully succeed as a Forensic Science major in Miami?
I'm a student here in the state of Florida. Specifically, Hillsborough County. I have been heavily involved in Criminal Justice and Law, considering I am a part of my high school's magnet program and was one of the only four high schoolers able to write a law and have it passed by the governor. I am all over the place when it comes to finances, considering I am going to school hours a way down in Miami. With that said, how can I make sure I succeed or get the biggest financial benefit living in Miami with this work?
What undergraduate major would you recommend that I focus on to give me an advantage with getting into law school #Spring26?
What undergraduate major would you recommend that I focus on to give me an advantage with getting into law school? #Spring26
How can I start my search for careers early on for the best chance of success?
I am planning on majoring in criminal justice, but I hear so much about finding a job after graduating being difficult. Even if it isn't guaranteed what can I do to make finding a job easier or less stressful? I am also thinking of dual majoring in social work, so anything related to social work and criminal justice would help me the most.
What steps can I take during college to gain the right connections, experiences, and skills that will help me successfully become a forensic psychologist working with juveniles in the justice system, and how can I make sure I stand out when applying for internships or graduate programs in that field?
I'm currently in my first year of college, a sophomore at Kennesaw State University. I am pursuing psychology and plan to go into forensic psychology, specifically working with juveniles in the justice system. I'm very interested in understanding mental health, human behavior, how environmental factors like family structure and socioeconomic status, and trauma impact decision-making and development. My favorite areas of interest include criminal justice and developmental psychology. I want to develop skills in communication, research, and working with at-risk youths. Outside of academics, I am still interested in learning more about mentorship programs or internships in mental health settings. any opportunity that involves working directly with the youth or within community organizations I am still exploring the best paths to reach my career goals, and I appreciate advice on how to gain relevant experience early in college and prepare for graduate school in this field.
How do I get a "ride along" with my local police department?
I am very interested in getting into the law enforcement career field. What would be the best way to coordinate and do a "ride along" with my local police department? I would like to get a little experience before I commit to that being my career.
Is a double major in Accounting and Criminology and good combination for becoming a Special Agent for the FBI?
This is the degree path I am currently thinking about and I just wanted to make sure that I am headed in the right direction.
For professionals in law enforcement: What helped you sustain long-term commitment to such a demanding field? Were there any moments when you seriously considered pivoting to a different industry, and if so, what factors influenced your decision to stay or transition?
I’m a high school senior determined to pursue a career in federal law enforcement. I’ve explored other paths, including corporate experiences with PepsiCo and a film production company, but realized law enforcement truly aligns with my interests and focus areas. I’m currently interning with the Dallas Police Department, where shadowing detectives and sergeants has given me a real look at the dedication and time the field demands. Seeing this firsthand has shown me that reaching the federal level, like the FBI, will take resilience, focus, and a long-term commitment—but it’s a challenge I’m ready to take on.
How do I get started with a career change following graduation from my university with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and having no prior experience?
I have only worked in customer service, but I am looking to further expand my education after I graduate while also advancing towards a profession within my major. I am currently pursuing my degree and will finish by next fall. Thank you very much in advance for anything you have to help! #Fall25
What is the day in the life of a Criminologist?
I am really interested in hearing what exactly the tasks are a criminologist would be doing on a daily basis.
How will my degree in criminal Justice/Forensic help better our community?
I’m fining my 1st semester in college, going full time and working at the sheriffs office. My goal is to work for BCI.
What small decisions made early on had a big impact on your career in fraud examination?
I am currently a college senior at Davenport University, earning a degree in fraud investigation and preparing for a career as a fraud examiner. I know the big moments matter, but I am curious about the small ones - the early decisions, habits, or mindsets that shaped your path.
Which career would be more affordable to achieve?
Education and careers are expensive and processes are time-consuming, but which would be more affordable to strive towards/achieve? A lawyer, a crime scene investigator, or a forensic scientist of sorts (maybe anthropologist or psychologist)? These are the careers I'm interested in so far.
How can I get into wildlife forensic science?
What majors/degrees should I focus on? Are there any schools that are best suited for this?
What minor in college would be beneficial if I am interested in civil law ?
I’m going to be a senior at the end of the summer and i need to have everything planned out before i go to college. I have been interested in civil law since about 8th grade. what minor would help prepare me for law school and the field i want to get into in general?
How do I know what career is right for me? #Spring25
I am a person with many interest and am terrified of being bored and making the wrong decision. I love psychology and criminal justice but I can’t imagine myself in the careers it produces though. Most careers feel repetitive and i want something i could apply my knowledge in without doing the same paperwork everyday. Any advice or experience on finding your career will be helpful. Thank you!
Should I get my PhD in Sociology or Criminology ?
So I got my bachelors degree in Sociology, with a lot of my research centering injustices within the criminal justice system. I am really interested in analyzing the CJS as an institution and looking at the ways it discriminates against different intersectional identities. I like looking at social justice issues and justice reform. Recently, I have been looking into getting a PhD as I hope to become a professor. I have talked with three professors about this, two sociology professors one english professor, and two of them(the english prof and a soc prof) believe I should pursue a PhD in criminology instead of sociology. They say this because A) sociology is incredibly competitive B) Sociology is being targeted right now under the Trump administration. They say I'll be more marketable if I do Criminology instead. The issue is, I don't want to be tied down to crime. I am incredibly interested in learning about all the issues with the criminal justice system and learning about ways we can fix it and reform our justice system. I find recividism to be very interesting as well, as well as issues in policing. However, I am interested in looking at these things through a sociological lens. I love sociology, I love how diverse it is, and I just feel that is where my heart is. However, I'll be very honest to say my understanding of Criminology is limited to the one entry level criminology course I took in my undergrad. Idk I just don't know what to do, and I'm scared if I pick sociology I'll regret it down the road if I can't find a job being a sociology professor. What should I do???
Entry level jobs for criminal justice associates degree?
What path can I start with an associates degree in criminal justice? I’m having a hard time everything asks for bachelors or experience. I was initially looking at background screenings or records clerk.
How can i get started on obtaining a criminal justice degree
How can i get started on obtaining a criminal justice degree
Is it a good idea to major in criminal justice and minor in psychology?
I've been thinking of majoring in criminal justice and minoring in psychology, and I would like to know whether that is a good idea.
What is the day of a Behavior Analyst working for the FBI like?
I'm curious and want to gain inside knowledge of what it's like before I pursue this career! Is it scary, exciting, rewarding, dangerous? How long did it take to become a behavior analyst for the FBI? Was it hard? I'm trying real hard to dig deep into this career and anything will help!
What Colleges offer a bachelor's degree in Criminology?
I have been looking at countless universities but most of the ones I am looking at are a bachelor's in Criminal Justice with a focus in Criminology or victimology.
How can I become a funnier Police Officer on the job when I pull over a citizen for running a red light?
I am in the 8th Grade trying to bring positivity when I pull someone over for running a red light.
How am I supposed to be funny with the people in a professional way in criminologist ?
If I want to be funny when I am working as a criminologist how am I supposed to do that if that work is too serious?
Which college has the best criminal justice and filming majors?
I'm a huge fan of true crime shows on Discovery+ and have been curious on the process on how they film the process. Which major and minor do I take if I want to pursue this career?
Is it really possible to get hired as a full-time corrections officer with no high school diploma or work experience of any kind?
Is this really an option for a full-time position with benefits?
How do I know if I should major in criminology or criminal justice?
I know I want to go into one of those fields but I’m just not sure which one. I like criminal justice because of the impact I could have and how exciting and interesting it sounds, but I enjoy the social aspects of criminology. Which one should I do?