Career Planning
Career Pathways
Employers outside colleges and universities are increasingly seeking out and hiring anthropology graduates for their skills in adapting to new environments and people, ability to analyze data and communicate clearly and effectively.
UB anthropology MA and PhD alumni successfully apply their skills in a variety of rewarding professions including academia, federal and state governments, medical research and healthcare, and non-profit or social service organizations.
The below articles and websites may be helpful when planning for your next steps beyond UB:
- "10 Things You Should Know About Moving from Academia to Industry" (Epic)
- "This is Anthropology" (University of South Florida)
- “5 Key Tips of Landing a Job Outside of Academia” (Dr. Susan Basalla May, Beyond Academia)
- "Anthropology Inc." (The Atlantic)
Did you know?
The Graduate School hosts many workshops, seminars, talks, and retreats specifically designed to meet the interests of graduate and professional students. Be sure to visit the Event Page to attend these informational sessions.
Career Resources
We recommend visiting UB Career Services and the discipline's professional organizations for insights on potential career pathways and announcements on professional development activities such as workshops and career fairs.