what can i do with this major?
History majors have a variety of options available to them after graduation. Many of our students pursue further education with either graduate school ie.(Masters / Doctorate) or professional school ie. (Teaching / Law). Please note that many or most of the careers listed below require additional degrees, diplomas, certificates or specialized training.
| Archivists | Lobbyist |
| Biographer | Librarian |
| Campaign Associate | Media / Arts |
| Civil Service | Non-Governmental Organizations |
| Community Development | Policy and Program Officer |
| Curator | Preservation and Restoration |
| Documentary Editors | Public Relations |
| Education | Publishing |
| Fundraiser | Record Managers |
| Genealogical Services | Teacher |
| Historical Societies | Translator |
| Indian and Northern Affairs Canada | Writer / Editor |
| Journalist |
If you have further questions about how to expand your career search, make an appointment with one of our career counsellors, or attend one of the career planning seminars offered several times a year on campus through Student Affairs at 474-3450 extension 4362. These seminars are free of charge.
Sources used in developing these lists include:
Job Futures (HRDC) http://jobfutures.ca/
Yerema, Richard., (2004) The Career Directory. Mediacorp Canada Inc. Toronto.
