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Discover – What can I do with my degree?

History graduates have a variety of careers available to them. Some of our graduates have gone on to work in teaching, academic research, museums, journalism, business management, civil service or politics. Remember, you can also explore careers that don’t directly relate to your degree. Did you know that over 80% of graduate employers will recruit from any degree discipline?

Roles and careers with a degree in history

Find out more at Prospects.ac.uk

Popular career options for history students

Find out more from the Historical Association

Explore the career paths of other EHU graduates of history

Be inspired and build your network

Need help deciding?

View our career discovery tools to begin your career planning journey and plan for your future. 

Develop – Developing skills and experience

If you already have some career ideas, the next step will be to develop your skills and gain some experience to build your confidence and increase your knowledge. You may want to consider volunteering, part-time work or undertaking a placement to increase your chances of gaining graduate employment after completing your degree. It’s also a great way to try-out career paths to see what you enjoy and if it’s a good fit for you.

What skills do I need?

Find out more about our graduate attributes and the skills graduate employers look for

How can I develop my skills?

Ways you can develop your skills and enhance your employability offer to future employers

How can I gain experience?

Information about placements, volunteering and work-based learning

Interested in a work placement?

View current placement opportunities for EHU students studying FAS subjects

Compete – Getting ready to apply for work or postgraduate study

When you know what you want to do and you’re ready to apply, we have all the tools, tips and advice right here. You can also use this information to help you if you’re at an earlier stage of your career thinking and are applying for part-time work or work placements.

Take a look at the latest part-time jobs, placements, volunteering opportunities and graduate vacancies for history students – directly from our vacancy portal.

Latest vacancies

Complete this short online learning pathway to find out where to search online and get faster and more relevant job search results.

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Your go-to guide, including examples and templates to get you started.

CV and application guide Online learning pathway- Making applications Review your CV online using CareerSet

Get ahead of the competition by reading our top tips or follow our online self-led learning pathway.

Interview advice Online learning pathway- interviews and assessments

Practice using our online tools or book a mock interview with a Careers Adviser.

Practice online tests at Graduates First Practice interviews at Shortlist Me Book a mock interview

How to decide if postgraduate study is right for you, what you should consider and how to apply.

Our top tips and advice Complete our online learning pathway- Postgraduate study

Latest opportunities for History students

Take a look at the latest part-time jobs, placements, volunteering opportunities and graduate vacancies that may be of interest to History students. Select any of the following opportunities to find out more and apply, or search for other opportunities on our vacancy portal.

  • Members for Independent Monitoring Boards throughout England and Wales – The Independent Monitoring Boards and Lay Observer Secretariat
    Closing Date: 00:00 29-Oct-2023Location: Hybrid.We are currently looking for new members to join the Independent Monitoring Board (IMB) at most prisons across England and Wales. The IMB helps to ensure that proper standards of care and decency are maintained. Applicants do not need any special qualifications or experience as we will provide all […]
  • Volunteering Bulletin September 2023 – Volunteer Centre – West Lancs CVS
    Closing Date: 31-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.West Lancs CVS support the public in sourcing volunteering local to the Ormskirk area, their September Volunteer Bulletin includes more information.  As a student volunteer you may be eligible for nomination to University Scholarships, and Careers Awards. You will also be able to register for the Careers Extra Edge […]
  • Edge Hill University Careers Fair- Student Assistants – Edge Hill University – Careers
    Closing Date: 00:00 05-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.The Careers Team are recruiting Student Assistants to work at this year’s Careers Fair which takes place on Tuesday 10th October. Student Assistants are required to work between 8:30am-4:00pm to support with the event. (If you are able to work part of the day you […]
  • Blended Learning/LRC Administrator – Merseyside Police HQ
    Closing Date: 00:00 05-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.Blended Learning / LRC Administrator PS Learning & Development Mather AvenuePermanent Grade D £27,789 – £29,874 Job Purpose To provide specialist support for, and manage the administrative aspects of, the Force Blended Learning Systems. To provide a comprehensive and cost effective administrative support service for the training delivery […]
  • Undergraduate Placement – Explosives Scientist – AWE
    Closing Date: 15-Dec-2023Location: England – South East.What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical? For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We […]
  • Undergraduate Placement – Pulsed Power Scientist – AWE
    Closing Date: 15-Dec-2023Location: England – South East.What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical? For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We […]
  • Campus – Internship Programme – Undergraduate Marketing – 2024 (UK) – American Express
    Closing Date: 14-Dec-2023Location: England – Greater London.You Lead the Way. We’ve Got Your Back. With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our […]
  • Campus – Internship Programme – Undergraduate Business Development – 2024 (UK) – American Express
    Closing Date: 14-Dec-2023Location: England – Greater London.You Lead the Way. We’ve Got Your Back. With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our […]
  • Campus – Full-time – Graduate Enterprise Strategy – 2024 (UK) – American Express
    Closing Date: 14-Dec-2023Location: England – Greater London.You Lead the Way. We’ve Got Your Back. With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our […]
  • Data and Analytics – Paid Internship (8 weeks) – NatWest Group
    Closing Date: 22-Dec-2023Location: England – North West.,Scotland.Is the programme for you? Are you the type of person who loves working with data and wants to use cutting-edge technology? Do you enjoy solving problems to uncover insights and trends? Our Data and Analytics Internship could be the right place for you. This is […]
  • Risk – Paid Internship (8 weeks OR 12 months) – NatWest Group
    Closing Date: 22-Dec-2023Location: Scotland.Is the programme for you? Do you like to use your problem solving and critical thinking abilities? Do you like the idea of analysing data, compliance, policy and frameworks to protect our business and customers? Our eight week or 12 month Risk Internship could be the place for you. […]
  • Learning Support Worker Placement – Jigsaw Trust
    Closing Date: 30-Oct-2023Location: England – South East.Are you studying Psychology or Social Care at University? Are you interested in Special Educational Needs and Behaviour Analysis?   JigsawPlus adult day centre for autistic learners aged 18 and over, has paid placements available for university students who are looking to develop their careers in […]
  • Trainee SEN Teacher Placememt – Jigsaw Trust
    Closing Date: 30-Oct-2023Location: England – South East.Are you studying Psychology or Education at University? Are you interested in Special Educational Needs and Behaviour Analysis?   Jigsaw School, a day school for autistic children aged 4-19, has paid placements available for university students who are looking to develop their careers in psychology and […]
  • Learning Support Worker – Jigsaw Trust
    Closing Date: 30-Oct-2023Location: England – South East.Worked in care or teaching previously? Experienced working with individuals with disabilities? Interested in autism and passionate about making a difference? Whatever your background, join JigsawPlus to build a career and make life changing differences. Salary: £25,000 per annum (£12.82 per hour) and a £500 bonus […]
  • Hello Future Graduate Intern – Hello Future
    Closing Date: 00:00 25-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.Are you passionate about Higher Education and looking for an exciting and varied role? As a Hello Future Graduate Intern, you will liaise with schools and colleges, working with ages 11+, and build effective relationships to raise awareness of Level 4 and above study, including apprenticeships. […]
  • Hello Future Outreach Assistant – Hello Future
    Closing Date: 00:00 12-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.Hello Future is part of the Uni Connect Programme, a national programme funded by the Office for Students. Uni Connect aims to support the government’s social mobility goals by increasing the number of young people who go into Higher Education, particularly those from underrepresented groups. […]
  • Hello Future Outreach Officer – Hello Future
    Closing Date: 00:00 10-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.Hello Future is part of the Uni Connect Programme, a national programme funded by the Office for Students. Uni Connect aims to support the government’s social mobility goals by increasing the number of young people who go into Higher Education, particularly those from underrepresented groups. […]
  • SEN Behaviour Analyst – Jigsaw Trust
    Closing Date: 30-Oct-2023Location: England – South East.Jigsaw School has a rare opportunity for Psychology Graduates looking to kick start their careers in Behaviour Based Teaching and SEN Education✓ Do you have a Bachelors background in Psychology and a keen interest in behaviour-based teaching techniques?✓ Are you inspired by educating others and have […]
  • Careers Marketing Assistant – Edge Hill University – Careers
    Closing Date: 00:00 13-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.About the Role In this exciting and flexible role, you will be working with Edge Hill University’s Careers team, supporting them in raising awareness of the work they do and increasing engagement in their services. Students have many things competing for their attention. You will […]
  • Literacy Support Volunteer – The Literacy Pirates
    Closing Date: 06-Feb-2025Location: England – Greater London.,Virtual or Homebased.What does a Volunteer Crewmate do?  As a Volunteer Crewmate, your role is to join our online sessions and help the children practise their reading and writing, 1:1 and in small groups.  Sessions are led and managed by our staff team, which means you […]
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