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Careers for a History Major
Question: I love history. What jobs should I consider?
Answer: You can do almost anything with a degree in history. You can go into sales, market research, management, publishing, media, politics, law, teaching, and many other fields. The best thing about majoring in something like history is that it teaches you how to think, how to analyze, how to solve problems, and how things have happened over time. If you can combine this with great experience in organizations and through part-time jobs, you will be very valuable to any employer who hires you.
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Carol Carter is the author of many books on college and career planning. She is the cofounder of Lifeskills, Inc., a nonprofit organization that encourages high-school students to explore their goals, career options, and the real world through part-time work and internships. She also gives workshops around the country on career exploration and other issues directly related to helping students succeed in college, career, and life.
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