Joukowsky Institute for Archaeology and the Ancient World

Find a Job in Archaeology

Do you like archaeology so much you want to continue its study, and maybe even make a career in the field? There are many professional opportunities for archaeologists — from Cultural Resource Management (CRM) to nonprofits to publishing.

A special issue of the "Journal of Eastern Mediterranean Archaeology & Heritage Studies" (2015) provides a helpful perspective on a few of these many careers, with portraits of Archaeology graduates with careers mostly outside academia. (Note: While this article is geared toward students who have completed doctoral studies in archaeology, its insights are helpful for students at any level).

Brown University's Center for Career Exploration also has many helpful resources. For example, see their "Career Pathways to the Museum World" handout – both featured speakers were Archaeology concentrators. (You must be logged into a gmail account to watch the video.)

Through BrownConnect, the CareerLAB can also help facilitate informational interviews with Brown alumni who are working in relevant fields, which is an excellent way to learn more about career options. The CareerLAB and BrownConnect are also good sources for internships that might provide experience in the summers, or winter breaks, during your time at Brown -- which not only position you well for securing a job after graduation, but also give you the opportunity to experiment with different fields and develop a better idea of what type of jobs most interest you.

General Job Postings

  • ShovelBums
    Go-to site for CRM listings
  • Federal Agencies
    Although these tech positions and internships will generally have lower salaries, they often lead to further work or career opportunities
  • PreserveNet Jobs
    Lists professional employment and internship opportunities for those in the preservation industry and allied fields
  • British Archaeology
    Fancy a couple of years overseas working on deep strat?
  • Indeed.com, Archaeology jobs
    A job posting aggregator that collects listings from around the web

Professional Organizations