History Careers
History Careers
Deeper understanding of worldwide historical events prepares you to become both an engaged citizen and a competitive member of an increasingly global work force. History majors develop a systematic understanding of social structures and institutions, strong analytical skills, a capacity for problem solving and thinking creatively, exceptional oral and written communication skills, and an ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Careers related to history include business, law, government, marketing, education, historical preservation, archives management, non-profits, legislative research, documentary filmmaking, and many more.
Our history alumni find careers in all major economic sectors. The most common are:
Our graduates work for…
- University of Mississippi
- US Navy
- US Army
- Fed Ex
- US Air Force
- Vanderbilt University Law School
- Baker Donelson
- Butler Snow
- Jones Walker
- Northwest Mississippi Community College
- University of Mississippi Medical Center
- Balch & Bingham
- Lafayette County High School
- Mississippi College
- North Mississippi Medical Center
- Oxford High School
- Shelby County School System
- State of Mississippi
- State of Tennessee
- Wise Carter Child & Caraway
