There are two great reasons why studying anthropology should be considered by undergraduate and master's students. First, the material is intellectually exciting. Second, anthropology prepares students for excellent jobs and opens doors to various career paths: the course of study provides global information and thinking skills critical to succeeding in the 21st century in business, research, teaching, advocacy, and public service. Learn more>

Working For the Federal Government
The federal government is one of the largest employers of anthropologists outside of academia, with numerous opportunities for both permanent employees and contractors. Possible career paths include: international development, cultural resource management, the legislative branch, forensic and physical anthropology, natural resource management, and defense and security sectors. Shirley J. Fiske’s article, “Working for the Federal Government: Anthropology Careers”, in the March 2008 NAPA Bulletin provides an overview of the available opportunities, including specific information on where to find vacancy announcements and how to respond to them. Click here to access the full article on AnthroSource 

Profiles in Practice

The Profiles in Practice column appeared in Anthropology News from February 2007 until May 2008. The idea for the column was to provide a broad coverage across a range of sectors. Anthropological pioneers in areas such as finance, banking and investment, marketing, housing, tourism and heritage, philanthropy, museums and corporate planning were interviewed. Learn more>

AAA Sections and Committees
In addition to 38 Sections where any anthropologist will be able to find a niche, AAA has 21 Committees and Commissions, many of which have great career resources. Learn more>

Here are links to additional information on careers in anthropology:

• What Do Anthropologists Do?
• AAA Careers DVDs
• Additional Career Information