Explore different career options by major/program.
- Employers in Maryland by Industry/Major (BuzzFile)
- Employers in the United States by Industry/Major (BuzzFile)
- Visit What Can I Do With This Major? and explore a variety of fields.
Africana Studies
UMBC Department of Africana Studies
What Can I Do With My Major?
Professional Associations
- National Council for Black Studies
- African Studies Association
- Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH)
- Association for Ethnic Studies
- Association of African American Museums
Internships/Research/Co-ops
Career Center Staff Liaison for Internships & Employment: Marykate Conroy
Sample Internship/Research/Co-op Sites for Africana Studies majors
- Reginald F. Lewis Museum
- National Museum of African-American History & Culture
- T. Howard Foundation
- Banneker-Douglass Museum
- Associated Black Charities
The Office of Undergraduate Research can help you find opportunities to conduct research in your industry, both on campus and at local organizations.
Career Resources
American Studies
What Can I Do With My Major?
Learn more about career options in your field by clicking below to learn about different focus areas, typical employers, and strategies to get started.
Professional Associations
- American Studies Association
- International American Studies Association
- Organization of American Historians
- American Association of State and Local History
- American Historical Association
Additional Research Tools
Explore typical job titles for your major and use them for further career research on Vault and O*Net. Visit the website for related professional associations for industry information and professional development. Browsing through job postings while you are still making a career decision can provide insight into the industry and taking note of the required qualifications lets you know what skills and experiences to seek out during your time at UMBC.
Internships / Research / Co-ops
Department Liaison for Internships & Employment: Marykate Conroy
Gaining real-world experience through internships, research, or a co-op experience is one of the best ways to make yourself a competitive candidate for full-time jobs and graduate school after graduation. Learn more about how to get started, finding opportunities, and the application process on our website.
The Internship Success Practicum is a free, zero-credit, pass/fail course for students participating in an applied learning experience. You will receive professional development to help you excel at your site as well as a transcript notation and possible academic credit.
Sample Internship/Research/Co-op Sites for
- Urban Institute
- Parks & People Foundation
- Baltimore Museum of Industry
- Governor’s Summer Internship Program (GSIP)
The Office of Undergraduate Research can help you find opportunities to conduct research in your industry, both on campus and at local organizations.
Career Resources
- The American Studies Association: Employment and Fellowship Opportunities
- The Fund for America Studies
- The American Enterprise Institute
- The American Alliance of Museums
- The National Museum of American History
Learn from Alumni
Get advice and insight from those who have been in your shoes. Participate in groups and discussions to gain insight into industry trends. Learn about job and internship options. You can explore profiles of UMBC students and alumni on LinkedIn.
On-Campus Organizations
- Student Government Association
Service Learning and Volunteering
The Shriver Center provides opportunities to address social challenges through applied learning. These applied learning experiences can boost your resume and help you build marketable skills. These introductory opportunities are great for freshman and sophomores and can help confirm career choice.
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