What Can I Do With a Major in Anthropology

 Flagler College's Anthropology program will prepare you for a wide range of careers, and give you skills you can use no matter what career path you take.

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Anthropology

Anthropology is the study of humanity from a holistic, cross-cultural, and historical perspective. It draws insights from the social sciences, the humanities, and the biological sciences. At Flagler College, you can customize your major or minor to prepare you for your chosen career or graduate school. 

We also teach you key skills that will help you be successful at any pursuit, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to communicate well. Here's a look at some paths that can open for you.

Career Options, Employers, and Transferable Skills

*Some may require further education or specialization.

Anthropologist
Archaeologist
Archivist
Clergy
Community Outreach Manager
Community Welfare Worker
Contract Archaeologist
Cultural Resource Manager
Employment Administrator
Equal Opportunity Representative
Foreign Service Officer
Fundraising Manager
Government Service Officer
Historian
Historic Site Administrator
Historic Preservation
Human Resources Specialist
Labor Relations Specialist
Librarian
Lobbyist
Market Research Analyst
Missionary Worker
Museum Curator
Museum Docent
Museum Technician and Conservator
Paleontologist
Park Naturalist
Park Ranger
Personnel Administrator
Professor/Teacher
Public Health Service Officer
Public Relations Specialist
Researcher
Social and Community Service Manager
Social and Human Service Assistant
Social Welfare Administrator
Training and Development Specialist
Travel Writer
Urban and Regional Planner
Youth Services Specialist

Private and Non-Profit Organizations
Chamber of Commerce
Civil Rights Commission
Construction Firms
Consulting Firms
Consumer Affairs Office
Division of Youth and Family Services
Education Institutions
Federal Trade Commission
Foreign Service
Health and Human Services
Healthcare
Insurance Companies
International Trade Administration
Investment and Portfolio Management
Labor Unions
Management Consulting Firms
Manufacturers
Market Research Firms
Media/Communications Companies
Peace Corps/VISTA
Personnel Agencies
Publishing Companies
Religious Organizations
Retail Stores
Small Businesses
Small Business Administration
Social Service Agencies
Pharmaceutical Companies
Technology Firms
Transportation and Logistics Companies
Wholesale/Retail Operations

  • Uses scientific methods to investigate and conduct
    experiments
  • Possesses proficiency in interpersonal communication and
    networking
  • Composes and communicates ideas in written form
  • Evaluates problems and makes appropriate decisions
  • Analyzes concepts, definitions, arguments, and complex
    problems
  • Organizes ideas, deals with questions of value, and
    extracts information
  • Evaluates, integrates and applies knowledge
  • Develops strong quantitative and statistical skills
  • Demonstrates cultural awareness and sensitivity

Ways to Explore a Career

  • Taking a Focus 2 Career Assessment
  • Searching job descriptions on Handshake
  • Connecting with alumni on LinkedIn
  • Finding a mentor
  • Researching professional associations
  • Reading the Occupational Outlook Handbook
  • Meeting with Academic Advisor and Career Counselor
  • Shadowing a professional at work
  • Joining a relevant club or organization
  • Finding an internship or part-time job
    Volunteering with an organization
  • Conducting an informational interview
  • Trying a new class in a relevant subject
  • Studying abroad

Contact Us

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