Any Mdiv’s going for non-pastoral or non-academic work ? Where else can one go with a Masters of Divinity ?

[Spiltteeth]

The academic job market looks bleak, and I’m not the Priest type….

What other jobs can one get with an Mdiv ?

Is anyone doing something different with one ?

[Teddy Bear]

On 3/27/2023 at 10:16 PM, Spiltteeth said:

The academic job market looks bleak, and I’m not the Priest type….

What other jobs can one get with an Mdiv ?

Is anyone doing something different with one ?

"Not the Priest type" so how on earth did you manage to finish a MDiv? Without a long term goal, how did you stay committed to your studies?

If you're young and in good shape a position as a chaplain in the military could be an answer.

Start your own ministry: Apologetics is a growing market. [My University will this year offer the concentration "Christian Apologetics" in the ThD program]. Pick a specialist area and then begin publicly speaking and debating others who disagree. A YT channel is a great way to start. This will naturally lead to book tours etc.

Don't forget Christian charities and advocacy organisations that might interest you.

[xypathos]

Many of my Vandy classmates that got an M.Div went into non-profits, teaching (private secondary schools), and quite a few got into political work - volunteered on campaigns and ended up working for Senators, Reps., and/or Governors.

There are chaplaincy options, but I'm not sure where you're drawing the line at pastoral work.

[Boolakanaka]

On 3/27/2023 at 4:16 PM, Spiltteeth said:

The academic job market looks bleak, and I’m not the Priest type….

What other jobs can one get with an Mdiv ?

Is anyone doing something different with one ?

Many folks I know pursue jobs in advocacy roles, with many involved in issues related to equity and conservation.

[sacklunch]

Unfortunately I think the best answer is: any job you can get and one that does not require an MDiv (or related M*). Chances are you have a humanities bachelors, so not much help there. Those of us with PhDs are having a hard time finding full time employment that pays over 40k yearly, so I can't imagine trying to find something decent that also leverages an MDiv without any pastoral element. If you're able you might try to get another masters (state school? scholarships? something cheap-ish), but obviously in a field that isn't dead/dying.  

Edited April 1, 2023 by sacklunch