History is the study of the research of events of the past. Normally divided into ancient, medieval, or modern, it studies social, political, cultural, and economic forces in an effort to preserve, understand, appreciate, and learn from, the past.
The following job titles are related to the field of history. Some may require study beyond the undergraduate level. This is not a complete list of possible careers for history graduates but simply provides suggestions of potential career options. (Phifer, 1987)
Career Options for History Majors
- Appraiser of Antiquities and Art
- Archaeologist, Sup. of Historic Sites
- Archivist (Government & Corporate)
- Biographer
- Campaign Worker
- CIA/FBI Agent
- City Manager
- Corporate Policy Analyst
- Correspondent
- Criminologist
- Cultural Affairs Director
- Curator
- Customs Inspector
- Diplomat Officer
- Editor
- Educator, Lecturer
- Ethnologist
- Foreign News Correspondent
- Foreign Services
- International Relations
- Journalist, Reporter
- Judge, Lawyer
- Legal Research, Paralegal
- Librarian
- Lobbyist, Politician, Public Relations Expert
- Peace Corps Volunteer
- Regional Planner
- Research Assistant