ANTHROPOLOGY RELATED LINKS
SMCM Anthropology-Sociology Department Website
GENERAL RESOURCES
American Anthropological Association
This site offers information on the details behind Anthropology and resources to those interested in the discipline. Students will find this site as a valuable way to develop a deeper understanding of Anthropology.
National Association for the Practice of Anthropology
A number of resources to assist students and early career professionals in exploring and reaching career goals. There are also links to interesting field schools, internships, relevant student news, and more.
The African Diaspora Archaeology Network
Through the use of news, current research, information and links to other web resources, this network seeks to connect an intellectual community that considers the historical processes of culture, economics, gender, power, and racialization operating within and upon African descendant communities.
OCCUPATION/ MAJOR EXPLORATION
American Anthropological Association: Career Paths and Education
Gives an in-depth view into anthropology, possible career paths, educational programs and information on what an undergrad can do with a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology.
An Essay on Careers
This essay written by Gary Ferraro provides students with valuable information on how Anthropology is useful as a major and the careers that can be obtained by earning a degree in this discipline.
Frequently Asked Questions About a Career in Archaeology in the U.S.
Within this document valuable advice is offered to students interested in Anthropology, especially being centered on Archaeology. Topics include job options, the education and training that goes into becoming an archaeologist, and deciding on what school to attend.
Non-Academic Careers in Physical Anthropology
Provides information to students who may be interested in pursuing Physical Anthropology. Advice is given to those who advance to graduate study in this discipline and the careers that can be obtained with such a degree.
U of A: What can I do with this degree?
Contains a list of careers for Anthropology/Archaeology majors, accompanied by employers and strategies for obtaining those desired positions.
KSU: What can I do with a major in?
Offers a list of possible careers for Anthropology majors, along with topics such as wage, qualifications and training that pertain to each position.
GRADUATE STUDY
A Basic Guide to Graduate School Admissions in Anthropology
Gives information on seeking graduate school and the questions an individual should have in mind during the process. Quite a few topics are included on this site, such as funding, timeline and the GRE.
Education Portal: Anthropology Degrees
Contains valuable information on what a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree and Doctoral degree in Anthropology entail. Along with this information, a search is provided for viewers to find careers and schools.
Helium: How to Choose an Anthropology Graduate Program
This article contains advice on how to reach the decision of what graduate program is best for an individual interested in Anthropology.
SC: Graduate Study Frequently Asked Questions
Provides advice for Anthropology majors interested in graduate school. Topics include: the application process, which program to choose, and the Master's Degree vs. the Doctoral Degree.
U of NC: Careers in Academic Anthropology- Graduate School Route
Offers detailed advice on how to pursue graduate study in Anthropology, especially emphasizing the planning and research that goes into the process.
EMPLOYMENT/ INTERNSHIP RESOURCES
American Anthropological Association: Internships
Contains a list of various links that lead to programs offering internship opportunities for aspiring anthropologists.
Archaeological Institute of America: Jobs
Provides a list of job opportunities across the country.
National Association for the Practice of Anthropology
Gives viewers the opportunity to search for jobs according to category and also provides a list of recent job openings.
National Geographic Job Opportunities
Contains job opportunities that are available through National Geographic.
National Park Service
Provides students with links that lead to information on finding internships, employment and volunteer opportunities with the National Park Service.
Preserve Net: Employment Opportunities
Provides a list of internship and job openings for those seeking a career in the preservation field and allied fields.
PreserveNet Historic Preservation Internships
The National Council for Preservation Education offers paid ($4800) federal internships in various cultural program resource offices.
Smithsonian Internships
The Smithsonian provides opportunities (mostly unpaid) for more than 900 interns per year at its various museums, offices, and research facilities.
The resources provided on this page are intended for informational purposes only. They do not reflect any association with or endorsement by SMCM or the CDC.
