What Jobs Can You Get With a Degree in History?
Students interested in pursuing a degree in history may be surprised to learn that there are many jobs they can get with a history degree. Historians are well-suited for jobs ranging from teaching to politics, and many things in between.
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Teaching
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Perhaps the most obvious job choice for a history major is teaching. You may need to supplement a degree in history with a degree or certificate in education. If you plan on continuing your history education and receive a doctorate, you may be able to teach in a college or university.
Museum Jobs
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Museum jobs for history majors may include being a curator or director. Museums also need employees to do research and manage archives.
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Park Ranger
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The National Park Service hires park rangers to do historical interpretation at over 400 sites across the United States. Employment ranges from seasonal to permanent work.
Intelligence Work
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History graduates have research and analytical skills that are sought by government intelligence agencies such as the FBI and CIA.
Politics
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Whether you work as a staffer for a U.S. Senator or Congressman, or have higher aspirations, a degree in history gives you the advantage of learning from the past.
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