Careers
A degree in Artificial Intelligence and Human Responsibility with the curriculum you’ve provided prepares graduates for interdisciplinary, impact-driven careers that blend technical proficiency, ethical awareness, cultural literacy, and domain-specific expertise. The inclusion of courses from computer science, linguistics, geography, sustainability, philosophy, and cultural studies creates a broad and versatile career portfolio.
Below is an overview of the career opportunities, mapped to the competencies built by your curriculum:
Where Your Skills Can Take You
Your coursework in Python, statistics, GIS, and big data qualifies graduates for applied data and AI roles, particularly in human-centered or mission-driven domains.
Data Analyst / Data Scientist (Social or Environmental Focus)
- Courses: CS 200, ECON 201 / LING 270, GEOG 385, GEOG 580, GEOG 585
- Role in civic analytics, public health, NGO research, or sustainability agencies
GIS Analyst / Geospatial Data Scientist
- Courses: GEOG 104, GEOG 383, GEOG 580–582, ANTH 562
- Work in urban planning, environmental monitoring, transportation, and archaeology
Computational Linguist / NLP Specialist
- Courses: LING 354, LING 581, LING 583
- Employed in tech companies, voice AI systems, education tools, or digital humanities
Big Data and Analytics Consultant
- Courses: BDA/GEOG 594, JMS 568
- Roles in business strategy, policy evaluation, or predictive modeling for complex systems
The program’s strength in ethics, sustainability, and philosophy of technology supports careers shaping the governance and design of AI systems.
Responsible AI Officer / Ethics Consultant
- Courses: PHIL 337, PHIL 140, SUSTN/PHIL 332, WMNST 382
- Advises tech firms, government, or NGOs on AI fairness, bias mitigation, and regulation
Tech Policy Analyst / Environmental Policy Specialist
- Courses: SUSTN/POL S 334, GEOG 170, GEOG 360
- Works on legislation, research, or advocacy concerning AI, climate, and sustainability
Human-Centered AI Designer
- Courses: SOC 460, CS 301, RWS 411, LCS 300
- Contributes to the design of AI systems aligned with user values and cultural norms
Graduates can work at the intersection of technology, community engagement, and justice.
Civic Tech Strategist / Urban Informatics Specialist
- Courses: GEOG 170, GEOG 385, ANTH/SUSTN 353, STS 301
- Applies spatial data and AI tools to local government or sustainability initiatives
Digital Inclusion / Equity Program Manager
- Courses: WMNST 382, SOC 460, REL S 363
- Roles at NGOs or universities ensuring tech access and ethical deployment in marginalized communities
Science & Technology Communication Specialist
- Courses: RWS 411, HUM 412, JMS 568
- Writes, presents, or consults on emerging technologies and their societal implications
The curriculum also prepares students for graduate studies or research-based roles, especially in:
AI and Society / STS (Science and Technology Studies)
- STS 301, STS 580, PHIL 337
Digital Humanities
- LING 581, RWS 411, HUM 409
Sustainability Informatics
- GEOG 170, GEOG 582, SUSTN 100
Cultural and Ethical Dimensions of Tech
- WMNST 382, ANTH 405, REL S 363
Graduates can pursue MA/PhD programs in:
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Computational Social Science
- Environmental Informatics
- Science, Technology, and Society (STS)
- Public Policy or Tech Ethics
- Digital Humanities
Capstone and Internship Support
The inclusion of CAL 400 (internship) enhances real-world readiness for:
- Nonprofit roles (e.g., data ethics internships)
- Civic or urban innovation projects
- Technology and public sector fellowships
