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What can you do with a history degree?
History Degree Careers
History is not just memorizing dates, it’s about understanding people, problem solving, and recognizing patterns that can shape the future. Simply put, history is the study of the past. It is how people, places and events have changed over time, which helps others understand how the world came to be and what to learn from it. It explores reasons why things have happened and how those things have shaped the present and future. In today’s world, history graduates are finding more success in many different types of careers.
“One of the benefits of a history degree is that it teaches you to read, think and write. As a result, that opens a lot of employment opportunities in different fields.”
What can one do with a degree in history?
Historic Site Interpreters
Historic site interpreters bring history to life. They educate the public about history such as time periods, culture, and events. They do guided tours, host presentations, and sometimes do tasks in period accurate clothing, especially in places like a museum or a historical park.
Archivists
Archivists organize, collect, identify, and preserve historical materials like old letters, maps and photographs. They ensure that fragile, one-of-a-kind objects don’t deteriorate, by removing damage and keeping the objects in a safe and controlled environment. They maintain the authenticity of these objects so they can remain accessible for future generations.
Museum Technician
A museum technician is considered the behind-the-scene caretaker of a museum collection. Just like an archivist, they prepare and restore historical artifacts that one sees in a museum. They also install exhibits and build the physical displays that one sees in a museum.
Museum Curator
A museum curator is a manager, researcher, and storyteller of a museum. They are responsible for curating collections, exhibits, and artifacts. They look for new artifacts, research them and then work with the museum technicians to keep the item safe. They also decide what the theme of a museum gallery would be and choose what they should display and how.
Park Rangers
Park rangers are the protection of public lands, such as national and state parks. Their job is to keep both the park and the visitors safe. Based on location, they enforce park rules, lead tours, maintain trails, respond to emergencies, and make sure every visitor is safe and following the rules.
Historian
A historian is the detective of the past. They research, analyze, and investigate human history by examining sources like documents, old clues, records, and artifacts. Then they use their discoveries to help other people understand the objects and what they were used for in history.
Historical Documentary Filmmaker
A historical documentary filmmaker turns history into a movie. They research and investigate past events, people, and eras. They dive into the past to investigate real events and turn them into films that are educational and accurate.
Historical Consultant
A historical consultant is a professional who researches, interprets, and analyzes the past to prove accuracy for modern day projects. They work on projects across many fields, like media, government, and law. They assist filmmakers with set design, costumes, and prop usage.
Historical Researcher
A historical researcher investigates events, people, and time periods by looking and researching for clues. They look for information in places such as archives, libraries, old documents, artifacts, and public records. They are looking to build an accurate narrative for things such as papers, books, museums, productions, and more.
“Getting a history degree can open many doors, and we see it as one of the best liberal arts degrees in providing options for graduates.”
Where will your history degree take you?
The skills one develops as a history major: problem solving, understanding different perspectives and opinions, and communicating effectively, serve them well throughout their career life. It allows graduates to adapt as job markets change and be able to pursue many diverse opportunities throughout their careers. History provides a strong foundation for growth and success.
Students will take classes such as American History, Historiography, U.S Since 1945, European History, World History, and more. As juniors, history students may also choose to do semester-long internships in local government offices, law firms, or at a historic site, museum, or archive.
Adrienne Antley, author, is an intern in the CSU Marketing & Communication Office and is a double major in communication and public health.
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