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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?

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.

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.

Complete this short online learning pathway to find out where to search online and get faster and more relevant job search results. Then search and apply for all opportunities on our vacancy portal or placements on InPlace.

Online learning pathway – Job searchingFind opportunities on our vacancy portalSearch and apply for placements via our Careers Portal

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

CV and application guideOnline learning pathway- Making applicationsReview your CV online using CareerSet

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

Interview adviceOnline learning pathway- interviews and assessments

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

Practice online tests at Graduates FirstPractice interviews at Shortlist MeBook 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 adviceComplete our online learning pathway- Postgraduate study

Live opportunities

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.

  • Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: England – South East.Please note you must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program. Graduates will not be considered. This is a one-year paid internship June 2025-June 2026. Otsuka Pharmaceutical Europe is proud to be an equal opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive […]
  • Closing Date: 08/01/2025Location: Rest of the world.Fully Funded PhD Positions in Astronomy, Biology, Computer Science, Chemistry & Materials, Data Science & Scientific Computing, Earth Science, Mathematics, Neuroscience, and Physics The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is looking for highly qualified candidates with Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees to apply for our PhD program. […]
  • Closing Date: 01/01/2025Location: England – North West.Volunteering is a vital component of all that Everton in the Community is and does. To put it simply, the charity wouldn’t be where it is today without the contribution of our amazing volunteers. With approximately 40 live programmes, the support of volunteers who selflessly donate […]
  • Closing Date: 11/02/2025Location: England – Greater London.,England – North East.,England – North West.,England – South East.,England – South West.,England – Yorkshire and the Humber.,Scotland.Want to change the world for a living? Interested in a career creating a social impact? Charityworks is the UK non-profit sector’s graduate scheme: a paid, 12-month programme which […]
  • Closing Date: 11/02/2025Location: England – Greater London.,England – North East.,England – North West.,England – South East.,England – South West.,England – Yorkshire and the Humber.,Scotland.Job Description Charityworks is a 12-month, talent programme where you will deliver a full time paid job in a partner charity or housing association and have the opportunity to […]
  • Closing Date: 23/10/2025Location: England – North West.At WWT we believe the best way for people to understand and connect to wetlands is to experience them, so we bring awe-inspiring nature up close and let it do the talking.   People feel part of something amazing and are motivated to make a difference. […]
  • Closing Date: 29/11/2024Location: England – North West.Inclusive Cumbria – refresh and refocus   As we revitalise and refresh the Cumbria-wide Inclusive Cumbria partnership, it would be beneficial to have some dedicated resource to co-ordinate and manage the partnership’s work.   Project administration and management support   In order to develop and implement […]
  • Closing Date: 29/11/2024Location: England – North West.Inclusive Cumbria – refresh and refocus As we revitalise and refresh the Cumbria-wide Inclusive Cumbria partnership, it would be beneficial to have some dedicated resource to co-ordinate and manage the partnership’s work. Project administration and management support: In order to develop and implement the requisite three-year […]
  • Closing Date: 15/12/2024Location: UK Nationwide.Overview As an Activity Leader with Oxford International Junior Programmes, you will be responsible for delivering high quality activity sessions and cultural excursions at one of our residential language centres. Ensure activities are delivered to the highest standard by: Planning activity sessions in advanceTaking the initiative, bringing new […]
  • Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: England – South East.As a member of the Europe based part of Otsuka’s Global BD team, this role will be supporting the delivery of due-diligence and scouting priorities. The candidate will gain exposure to the various parts of a global pharmaceutical company including marketing, finance, market access and pricing. […]
  • Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: England – South East.The market access intern is an entry grade role into pharmaceutical market access. The role aims to provide a broad experience of market access in Europe and related areas, including health technology assessment and pricing. In addition, the role will provide exposure to a wide range […]
  • Closing Date: 01/01/2025Location: England – North West. Nursery Practitioner Casual Supply Work Greater Manchester – particularly in Stockport and South Manchester region £12.83 per hour Essential: Level 2/3 qualification OR 3+ months experience Do you love working with young children? Are you looking for casual work that fits around your studies? Do […]
  • Closing Date: 01/01/2025Location: England – North West. TEACHING ASSISTANTS NEEDED Part Time – 2 + weekdays per week Secondary/ Primary schools, Nurseries and SEND settings £83.40 per day in mainstream or £12.83 per hour in nurseries TeacherActive are actively hiring Psychology and Education students to work alongside their studies part time in […]
  • Closing Date: 07/02/2025Location: UK Nationwide.The NHS Procurement Graduate Training Scheme has been designed for ambitious graduates who want to develop a career in procurement and the NHS. The 2-year programme will give you exceptional opportunities, working in various NHS procurement settings, to experience what this industry has to offer. Role description: The […]
  • Closing Date: 04/12/2024Location: England – North West.We are seeking to appoint a qualified (or working towards a Level 3 BSL qualification) Communication Support Worker to join our successful Learning Support Team. To provide communication support to learners who are Deaf, enabling them to actively access and effectively participate in the College provision, […]
  • Closing Date: 14/12/2024Location: England – Greater London.Ready to make magic? We’re hiring for our undergraduate placement schemes. As a Consumer Research & Insights Intern, you will be placed in one of Disney’s following business lines: Cross-company Brand & Franchise, Disney+, Media Networks (Disney Kids Channels, National Geographic & Star), Disney & ESPN […]
  • Closing Date: 14/12/2024Location: England – Greater London.Ready to make magic? We’re hiring for our undergraduate placement schemes. As a Social Responsibility intern, you will work across all aspects of Corporate Social Responsibility including charitable programmes, community engagement and corporate governance. You will cover large commercially lead initiatives and work with our charity […]
  • Closing Date: 26/12/2025Location: England – North West.Are you; warm, friendly and empathic? Then we need you! We are looking for volunteers to visit with and chat to our clients at our range of care services in Maghull. Either meeting and chatting with a group, or one-on-one. Parkhaven Trust is a charitable not-for-profit […]
  • Closing Date: 26/12/2025Location: England – North West.If you enjoy fresh air, exercise and meeting new people we are looking for volunteers to help our grounds staff with general maintenance, mowing, planting, hedging, woodland conservation, and maintaining our 1 mile pathway. Parkhaven Trust is a charitable not-for-profit organisation. We provide nursing and day […]

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