THE PROFESSION OF SOCIOLOGIST

          Generally it’s so not easy for a school-leaver to decide on his future career. There are some frivolous people who enter an institute thinking whether they like the profession they had chosen or not. But occupation you want to devote your life to has to bring you satisfaction. So it should be something you can do and you really want to.

          I decided to enter the department of sociology and quali­fy as a sociologist. This is rather new profession in our coun­try. And I think it is very interesting speciality. Sociologists are supposed to work with people, to render them real help in difficult situations.

          Our country is going through a difficult period now. Eco­nomic restructuring doesn’t lead everyone to success. A lot of people are unemployed. There are winners and losers. There are social workers who have to relieve the burden off people’s shoulders and to help them to solve their problems.

          I understand the difficulties of this profession. But I be­lieve this speciality is really needed and hope that I can help a lot of people. Isn’t that enough to be satisfied with your job?

QUESTIONS:

1. What kind of occupation should one choose?

2. What are sociologists supposed to do?

3. What kind of problems can people have now?

4. Does economic restructuring lead to success only?

5. Is the speciality of sociologist important and needed?

VOCABULARY:

sociology — социология

to render — оказывать помощь

rectructuring — перестройка

success — успех

burden — бремя

to satisfy — удовлетворять