Career Opportunities

History majors are well-equipped to enter many work fields including areas of government, journalism, law, research and much more.

Government Careers:

• Policy advisor
• Researcher
• Elected official
• Diplomat
• Foreign service officer
• Congressional aide
• Public administrator
• Urban planner

Legal Careers:

• Lawyer
• Paralegal

Other Careers:

• Journalist
• Curator
• Archivist
• Information manager
• Cultural resource manager
• Lobbyist
• Teacher

Further Study:

• Archaeology
• Political science
• International relations
• Theology
• Business administration

For more information on careers in history, visit the American Historical Association website.

CONTACT:
Dr. Gregory Crider
Associate Professor & Department Chair
crider@wingate.edu
704-233-8056