
Careers in History
Historians attempt to answer important questions about past human experiences, to share the answers to these questions with others, and to explain the relevance of their findings for the benefit of society. The skills of today's historian are often used across disciplines and in many professional settings. The American Historical Association provides several guides with valuable information for students interested in a career in history. Please use the links below for information on the various careers in this field.
Visit AHA Careers for Students of History (www) >>
Visit AHA Careers for History Majors (www) >>
Visit AHA Careers in Public History (www) >>
Phi Alpha Theta, the History Honor Society, also devotes a section of their web site to career possibilities for history majors.