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University of Delaware
401 Academy Street
Newark, DE 19716
Phone: 302.831.2392
Fax: 302.831.1452
udcareers@udel.edu

Hours:
Mon - Fri: 8am to 5pm
Wed: 8am to 7pm
Major Resource Kit

History

The study of history develops two skills; first, the ability to understand complex changes in society, the economy, and the government; and second, the ability to organize and express the results in written form. What are the origins of racism? How effective are government policies? How have sexual roles changed over the years and why? How did nations or civilizations interact with each other over the centuries? The practical reason for studying history is to recognize and analyze the complexity of changing forces that have created our world today. History tells a story that helps us to understand major human events and accomplishments such as the rise and fall of civilizations, the roots of cultural differences and the evolution of science and technology.

These skills are useful in many positions in public administration, business, law, journalism and museum work. Those pursuing such careers are encouraged to supplement their liberal arts studies with technical courses in areas such as journalism, government, material culture, museum studies, or business. Advanced undergraduates may intern in a government agency, historical society, or business where they apply their research and writing skills in a practical project. History also prepares students for secondary school social studies teaching, library science, historical presentation, archival management and museum studies. The University is particularly strong in the preparation of social studies teachers and in museum studies.

Interested students should contact the department chair, Dr. John Hurt, 236 John Munroe Hall, or call 831-2371.

Sample Job Titles

Bachelor's Degree/Entry Level Further Education/Experience Often Required
*history teacher *archivist
*assistant museum curator *librarian
*legislative correspondent *lawyer
*political editor *foreign service worker
*legal assistant *art historian
*management trainee *historic site administrator
*journalist *researcher
*advocate *information manager

Check the Dictionary of Occupational Titles under section 052 for additional related careers.

Enhancing Employability

- Participate in Internships, Field Experience Placements and Alumni Mentor Network.
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Sample UD Field Experiences: Mayor's Office, City of Wilmington; Department of Justice, Criminal Division; National Archives; Delaware State Legislature; Hagley Museum; Historical Society of Delaware; WHYY Radio; National Constitution Center

Some Employers of History Majors

*magazines/newspapers   
*state/federal government
*colleges/universities *research foundations *philanthropic organizations *textbook publishing companies
*libraries
*communications media *historical societies/agencies/sites *business and industry
*archives *antique dealers
*public/private schools
*travel/tourism

Other Sources of Information

Vault Online Career Library
(provides extensive information about careers and companies/organizations; log in via Blue Hen Jobs) American Association of Museums www.aam-us.org American Historical Association
www.historians.org American Society of Association Executives www.asaenet.org Association of Boarding Schools www.boardingschools.com Cato Institute (Think Tank) www.cato.org Federal Jobs (USAJOBS) www.usajobs.opm.gov Heritage Foundation (Think Tank) www.heritage.org Jobs in Nonprofit Organizations www.opportunitynocs.org/ Legislative Fellows Program
www.ipa.udel.edu/legfellows Museum Employment Resource Center www.museum-employment.com National Association of Independent Schools www.nais.org National Association of Social Workers www.socialworkers.org National Council on Public History www.ncph.org/ Opportunities in Public Affairs www.opajobs.com Organization of American Historians www.oah.org/ Preservation Action
www.preservationaction.org Society for History in the Federal Government
www.shfg.org Society of American Archivists www.archivists.org The Riley Guide www.rileyguide.com

Resources for Finding Employment

University of Delaware Career Resource Center Materials Available

  • Blue Hen Jobs -- Internships, Part-time, Summer, and Full-time Jobs -- All in one place
  • 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For (CSD 412)
  • Jobs and Careers With Nonprofit Organizations (CSD 413)
  • Career Opportunities in the Nonprofit Sector (CSD 414)
  • Careers for Bookworms and Other Literary Types (CSE 240)
  • The Complete Guide to Fundraising Management (CSE 249)
  • Opportunities in Fund-Raising Careers (CSE 250)
  • So You Want to Be a Professor? (CSE 270)
  • Opportunities in Travel Careers (CSE 400)
  • Careers in Focus - Travel & Hospitality (CSE 401)
  • Inside Secrets to Finding a Career in Travel (CSE 402)
  • Paralegal (CSE 427)
  • Opportunities in Paralegal Careers (CSE 428)
  • Paralegal Success (CSE 429)
  • Great Jobs for Liberal Arts Majors (CSE 556)
  • Top Careers for Liberal Arts Graduates (CSE 559)
  • Opportunities in Social Science Careers (CSE 572)
  • Careers for History Buffs & Others Who Learn From the Past (CSE 573)
  • Great Jobs for History Majors (CSE 574)
  • Top Careers for History Graduates (CSE 575)
  • Opportunities in Museum Careers (CSE 577)
  • Careers for Extroverts & Other Gregarious Types (CSE 590)
  • Careers for Born Leaders & Other Decisive Types (CSE 591)
  • Careers for Introverts and Other Solitary Types (CSE 594)
  • Directory of Occupational Titles (GE 25 & GE 30)
  • Game Plan for Getting Into Law School (GS 101)
  • Best 117 Law Schools (GS 108)
  • Graduate Programs in Business, Education, Health, Information Studies, Law & Social Work (GS 40)
  • Internships in Law and Policy (EXR 1)
  • The Congressional Internship Book (EXR 2)
  • The History Internship Book (EXR 47)
  • Directory of Internship Opportunities for the Liberal Arts Major (EXR 65)
  • www.udel.edu/CSC/netresources.html CSC's Internet Resources

Further information including: Skills to Develop, Strategies for Contacting Employers, Grad School Information and where to get assistance is available in the CAREER RESOURCE CENTER located at 401 Academy Street.


Last updated: October 22, 2009 (CH)