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What can I do with... a major in History?


Special attributes of this major that will make me a valuable addition to any prospective employer.

  • Use of past experiences to make informed decisions.
  • Historical perspective to make solutions for current societal problems.
  • Ability to predict shifts in political views, societal trends, and consumer behaviors.
  • Advanced interviewing and presentation skills.
  • Knowledge and passion necessary to elicit social change.
  • Talent as a writer and researcher.

Possible Careers / Job Titles
  • Archivist
  • Art Appraiser
  • Art Conservator
  • Biographer
  • Community Action Specialist
  • Congressional Staff
  • Consumer Advocate
  • Curator
  • Customs Agent
  • Demographer
  • Diplomat
  • Document Restorer
  • Economist
  • Editor
  • Encyclopedia Researcher
  • Exhibit Specialist
  • FBI / CIA Agent
  • Foreign Service Officer
  • Genealogist
  • Historian
  • Historical Preservationist
  • Historical Site Supervisor
  • Historical Society Researcher
  • Immigration Agent
  • Journalist
  • Judge
  • Law
  • Librarian
  • Lobbyist
  • Museum Educator
  • Non-Profit
  • Paralegal
  • Political Scientist
  • Politician
  • Professor
  • Public Defender
  • Public Interest Group Administrator
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Social Studies Teacher
  • Speechwriter
  • Tour Guide
  • Urban Planner

Please be advised that although this major will prepare you for the careers listed above, many will require advanced education and training. Please research the careers/job titles that interest you so that you are aware of the requirements to enter the field.

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Center for Career Development
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This page last modified on May 1, 2007.
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