Canadian Journalism Students & Grads-Not Pursuing Journalism Jobs

STORY CALLOUT: Did you study journalism without the intent to become a journalist? I'm working on a feature about folks who go into Canadian journalism programs without the intent to work in the industry. I also want to hear from people at different stages of their journalism education and careers. I'm interested in speaking with: Current undergraduate and graduate journalism students. Students studying journalism who don't intend to pursue a career in the field after graduation. Students who are still unsure whether journalism is the right career for them. Journalism graduates who went on to work in different fields. Journalism graduates currently working as reporters, producers, editors or in other newsroom roles. Current journalists who can reflect on their experiences entering and building a career in the industry. I'm particularly interested in students who chose to study journalism for the skills and opportunities it offers, rather than with the intention of becoming journalists. The story will explore why people choose journalism programs, how their career expectations change throughout their studies, and how factors such as salaries, job security and working conditions influence their decisions. I'll conduct interviews by email, and I'm requesting responses by November 12, 2026. If you're interested in participating, please send me a direct message on LinkedIn. I'd also appreciate it if you shared this post with anyone who might be interested. Thank you! #Journalism #JournalismStudents #JournalismEducation #MediaCareers #JournalismCareers