{"id":6074,"date":"2025-01-23T13:09:37","date_gmt":"2025-01-23T18:09:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/anthropology\/?page_id=6074"},"modified":"2026-06-19T15:57:59","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T19:57:59","slug":"career-center","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/anthropology\/undergraduate\/career-center\/","title":{"rendered":"Career Center"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"scrollspy623324\" class=\"navbar navbar-toggleable-md navbar-light bg-primary sections-menu\">\n<div class=\"container\"><button class=\"navbar-toggler collapsed ml-auto\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#sections-menu\" aria-controls=\"#sections-menu\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><\/button><button class=\"navbar-toggler collapsed ml-auto\" type=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#sections-menu\" aria-controls=\"#sections-menu\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"navbar-toggler-text\">Skip to Section<\/span><\/button><\/p>\n<div id=\"sections-menu\" class=\"navbar-collapse collapse\">\n<ul class=\"nav navbar-nav\">\n<li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link\" href=\"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/anthropology\/undergraduate\/undergraduate-anthropology\/\">EXPLORE YOUR PATH<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link\" href=\"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/anthropology\/undergraduate\/advising-information\/\"> Advising Information<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link\" href=\"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/anthropology\/undergraduate\/faq\/\">Program FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"nav-item\"><a class=\"nav-link\" href=\"https:\/\/sciences.ucf.edu\/anthropology\/undergraduate\/undergraduate-anthropology\/#opportunities-careers\/\">CAREERS &amp; HONORS THESES<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"container\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\n<h2 class=\"heading-underline text-justify\">UCF Resources<\/h2>\n<p class=\"text-justify\">Below are offices at UCF where students can go to discuss career options, strategies for applying to graduate school, and\/or academic and community resources.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"text-justify\">\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"http:\/\/career.ucf.edu\/\"><strong>Career Services<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.explearning.ucf.edu\/\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Office of Experiential Learning<\/span><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/a>Cooperative education, internship, and service-learning opportunities.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/academicsuccess.ucf.edu\/phpladvising\/\"><strong>Pre-Health and Pre-Law Advising<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 class=\"heading-underline text-justify\">CAreer Pathways<\/h2>\n<p class=\"text-justify\">\t\t\t<section class=\"ucf-section ucf-section-lmi-widget \" data-section-link-title=\"What can you explore?+\" aria-label=\"What can you explore?+\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-1&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading pl-3 pt-2 pb-2 has-cos-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-1\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">What can you explore?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-1\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel pl-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can search by keyword, occupation, or industry to view:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Job demand and employment trends (historical and projected)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Average annual earnings and compensation ranges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top employers hiring for specific roles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Required education levels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In-demand technical and transferable skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Common job titles within each career field<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-2&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading pl-3 pt-2 pb-2 has-cos-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-2\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">What are the benefits?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-2\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel pl-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students &amp; Alumni<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Explore career options connected to majors and interests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand job outlook, salary expectations, and skill requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare for job searches, interviews, and skill-building experiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-3&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading pl-3 pt-2 pb-2 has-cos-light-gray-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-3-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" data-wp-on--keydown=\"actions.handleKeyDown\" id=\"accordion-item-3\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">How to use the tool<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div inert aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-3\" data-wp-bind--inert=\"!state.isOpen\" id=\"accordion-item-3-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel pl-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are two tabs above the search fields. Choose which search you want to engage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Left tab: \u201cFind Career Data by Selecting Keywords\u201d\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>On the left, use the \u201cSearch\u2026\u201d field box to enter any occupation title or key word. A list of suggested occupations that match your search will auto-populate and you can scroll through it to identify the career title you want to explore.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional: The middle drop-down allows you to narrow your search by state. You can also leave it on \u201cNationwide\u201d for a full picture. If a state is chosen, the right drop-down allows you narrow further by county.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right tab: \u201cFiltering for Industry and Occupation\u201d\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>From the left drop-down, choose a career cluster or industry you would like to search<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, choose an occupation within that cluster or industry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional: The middle-right drop-down menu allows you to narrow your search by state. You can also leave it on \u201cNationwide\u201d for a full picture. 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U.S. Department of Labor.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/americananthro.org\/careers\/\">American Anthropological Association\u2019s Career Center<\/a><\/strong><\/span><br \/>\nInformation on careers in Anthropology, resources, fellowships<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/careercenter.americananthro.org\/?_gl=1*10hy89u*_ga*MTgyNDU4Njc0My4xNzM3NTY3ODU3*_ga_NHV0Y97DC9*MTczNzU2Nzg1Ni4xLjAuMTczNzU2Nzg1Ni42MC4wLjA.\">Anthropology Careers and Employment<\/a><\/strong><\/span><br \/>\nSearchable database for jobs, careers advice, and resources<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/americananthro.org\/careers\/careers-in-anthropology\/\">Careers in Anthropology<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/anthrocareerready.net\/for-students\/job-seeker-and-career-tools\/\">Anthropology Career Readiness Network<\/a><\/strong><\/span><br \/>\nResources for students and graduates to explore and prepare for jobs.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/practicinganthropology.org\/mentoring-career\/position-listings\/\">National Association for the Practice of Anthropology<\/a><\/strong><\/span><br \/>\nLists positions across employment sectors.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usajobs.gov\/\"><strong>USAJobs.gov<\/strong><\/a><\/span><br \/>\nWebsite to find and apply to available federal positions, including federal agencies such as DOE, CDC, NOAA, EPA, BLM, National Park Services, etc. Also includes student internship and recent graduate employment positions, otherwise known as the Pathways program.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/peoplefirst.myflorida.com\/peoplefirst(bD1lbiZjPTIzMA==)\/logon.htm\"><strong>Peoplefirst.myflorida.com<\/strong><\/a><\/span><br \/>\nState of Florida available positions<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"http:\/\/orangecountyfl.net\/?tabid=940#.Vgwl6E2FPcs\"><strong>Orange County<\/strong><\/a><\/span><br \/>\nJob, internships, and volunteer opportunities<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cdn.seminolecountyfl.gov\/departments-services\/county-managers-office\/human-resources\/employment\/apply-for-an-internship.stml\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Seminole County<\/span><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/a>Jobs and internship opportunities<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/indeed.com\/\">Indeed<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/linkedin.com\/\">LinkedIn<\/a><\/strong><\/span><br \/>\nFollow the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/school\/ucf-anthropology\/\">UCF Department of Anthropology<\/a> on LinkedIn to broaden your network and connect with alumni and faculty.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.idealist.org\/en\">Idealist<\/a><\/strong><\/span><br \/>\nNonprofits, social-impact businesses, and corporate social responsibility initiatives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 class=\"text-justify\">Service Opportunities and Jobs<\/h5>\n<ul class=\"text-justify\">\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.peacecorps.gov\/\"><strong>Peace Corps<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationalservice.gov\/programs\/americorps\"><strong>AmeriCorps<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.teachforamerica.org\/\"><strong>Teach for America<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cityyear.org\"><strong>City Year<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.care.org\/careers\/\">CARE USA<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 class=\"text-justify\">Professional Organizations<\/h5>\n<p class=\"text-justify\">Many professional organizations have job boards where you can find and apply for positions in your field of study. 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