The methods and substantive areas of sociology provide an excellent background for a broad range of careers in fields such as research institutes, law firms, public health, welfare organizations, international agencies, educational institutes, advertising firms, survey and polling organizations, journalism, urban and community planning, social work, non-profit agencies, child care, environment groups, professional writing, advocacy and many more. Students with a degree in sociology often secure employment as a social researcher, case workers, public relation workers, councilors, administrators, community organizers, public policy researchers, data analyst, etc.