What Can I do With a Degree in Anthropology?

Career Center Library Resources
The PSU Career Center Library has a variety of resources to help students explore potential career fields. These resources include information about typical responsibilities, qualifications, career paths, job outlook, salary, and related careers.

Suggested reading for Anthropology Majors

  • Opportunities in Social Science
  • Great Careers
  • Adventure Careers
  • Careers for History Buffs & Others Who Learn from the Past
  • Careers for Culture Lovers and Other Artsy Types
  • Opportunities in Research and Development
  • Great Jobs for Liberal Arts Majors
  • The Career Guide for Creative and Unconventional People
  • Making a Living While Making a Difference
  • Great Jobs for Anthropology Majors

Vocational Biographies
Vocational Biographies (http://www.vocbiosonline.com/login.php) describes the career success stories of 1001 real people. Search by career title, keyword, topic, and career cluster. Username: Portland su and pass code: 3w9n

  • Anthropologist
  • Archivist
  • Archaeologist
  • Historic Park Manager
  • Museum Curator
  • Museum Registrar

Professional Associations

Internet Sites with Career-Related Information for Anthropology Majors

Internet Sites with Job Search Information for Anthropology Majors

Department of Anthropology - Portland State University