If you study history, where can I work?

Studying history can open up a variety of career opportunities in fields such as education, research, museums, archives, libraries, government, non-profit organizations, and more. Some specific job titles that history graduates may pursue include historian, archivist, curator, teacher, librarian, researcher, writer, policy analyst, and museum educator. Additionally, history majors often develop critical thinking, research, writing, and communication skills that are valuable in a wide range of industries.

Academia:

- Historian
- Professor
- Researcher
- Archivist
- Librarian

Museums and Historical Sites:

- Curator
- Museum Director
- Archivist
- Docent
- Education Specialist

Government and Nonprofits:

- Historical Consultant
- Cultural Heritage Manager
- Public Historian
- Archivist
- Cultural Resource Specialist

Media and Publishing:

- Historian
- Author
- Journalist
- Editor
- Documentarian

Business and Industry:

- Historical Researcher
- Corporate Historian
- Cultural Advisor
- Genealogist

Other Specialized Fields:

- Forensic Historian
- Legal Historian
- Urban Planner
- Heritage Tourism Specialist
- History Teacher

Specific Industries:

- Arts and Culture: Museums, galleries, libraries, archives
- Education: Schools, universities, colleges
- Government: National, state, and local agencies
- Media and Communications: News organizations, publishing houses
- Tourism: Historical sites, travel companies
- Research and Development: Institutions, universities, think tanks
- Nonprofits: Historical societies, preservation organizations
- Private Sector: Corporations, consulting firms