Applying Anthropology?

Question

Hello,

I have a question for people who have graduated with a major in anthropology but are working outside the field of anthropology. Meaning people who did not go to grad school but are working for insurance companies, marketing, etc. My question is what jobs are the most accommodating for anthro majors outside of the field of anthropology? More specifically what companies look for anthro majors. Thanks in advance for taking the time to answer my question.

Brett.

Ok, so maybe I was unclear? I meant that I want to know what fields (job fields) anthro majors are working in and what companies like to hire anthro majors. By the way, Indiana Jones is not an archaeologist, he is a tresure hunter, and archaeologist do not only work in library's and do research, they work in the field working on dig's which they excavate and collect data.

Answer 1

I graduated in Anthropology and now I practice Medicine. but first I had to get degrees in biology and chemistry despite the fact that Anthropology was a much harder field to master. Nevertheless I went to Medical school and still think of myself as an Anthropologist first as it was the most informative degree I ever received, but the least useful for finding a job!

I also spent 2 years doing Archaeological field work in Belize
Good Luck

Answer 2

Hi Brett,
Well, I might be poorly equipped to answer your question, as after I graduated with my BA in anthropology I went straight on to grad school (also in anthro), but I'll do the best I can.
It really depends on what kind of job you are looking for.
Since you do not want to go into any kind of job within the field of anthropology (and this can be broadly defined as anything from CRM/contract archaeology to working with an NGO in international development or domestic aid and development programs - and FYI this IS applied anthropology), it's up to you to decide what kind of work you want to do.
I honestly think that most anthro majors (that don't go to grad school) do not end up using their degrees in whatever career path they follow, apart from an increased personal understanding of the way the world around them works. Some do, in lines of work such as teaching or social work - but those require their own specialized certifications. Sometimes companies hire anthropoligists as cultural consultants (not often enough), but these jobs are few and far between and most likely are filled by those with MAs and PhDs.
So basically, attend a job fair and talk to recruiters. Check out various NGOs and volunteer organizations for any positions they might have. and check out sfaa.net
Good luck :)

Answer 3

Wow, what are those first two on?

Anyway, there are lots of companies that hire anthropologists, especially for marketing-type research. In the past couple of years, I have seen tons on job ads on the internet looking for anthros to do marketing research with consulting firms. All I can suggest is that you look on the web for companies that might be hiring currently. You might also want to talk to your university's career office or job placement office. They should have lists of opportunities, or know where to find them.

Answer 4

To get closer to field work try a museum after getting a bachelor in antro, my sis did it and no she is in western Europe working in the feild and never even went to grad-school.

Answer 5

Anthropologists work out on the fields and archeologists are out in a library doing research.

So, watch Indiana Jones and you will know he was an Anthropologist not an Archeologist.