Internships and Careers

Join our history graduates in success

100% of Class of 2022 history majors reported landing a job within six months of graduation.

History

Contact Information

Deja McClellan
Law and Public Service Career Pathway Leader
dmcclellan@lakeforest.edu
847-735-6233

student studying old documents and books

One Major, Multiple Paths

A degree in history can open up a variety of opportunities. Here's a sample of job titles our newest graduates have held in the last five years:

Communication Manager
Human Resources Coordinator
Law Clerk/Legal Assistant
Lead Creative Copywriter
Library Reference Assistant
Museum Director of Youth & Family Education
Museum Programs and Visitor Services Manager
Philanthropy Officer
Project/Event Manager
Security Communications & Awareness Analyst
Teacher

Where our graduates land

Our students have completed an internship or landed a job with high-profile organizations in and beyond Chicago.

Our most recent graduates have interned at or joined the ranks of these companies in the last five years:

Americorps
Chicago Botanic Garden
Chicago History Museum
Edelson PC
History Center Lake Forest Lake Bluff
Illinois Attorney General's Office
Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Indian Trails & Waukegan Public Libraries
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
PAWS Chicago
WorldChicago
Zebra Technologies

Advancing their studies

History graduates have also furthered their studies through graduate programs across the country. We set our students up for success so they can enroll in diverse programs such as this sample of degrees pursued by recent graduates:

JD (DePaul University College of Law, University of Illinois at Chicago)
MA Social Sciences (University of Chicago)
Master of Education and Social Policy (Northwestern University)
Master of Library and Information Sciences (University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign)
MAT (Lake Forest College)
PhD in African American History (Rutgers University)

A Lake Forest College education is built for the future. All students are equipped with the most sought-after professional skills: writing, speaking, critical thinking, and an understanding of human society and cultures. Our interdisciplinary curriculum sets our graduates apart as competitive and uniquely qualified candidates who are eager to take on the challenges presented in today's professional world. Learn more about how our students turn their passions into a career on our Success Stories and Outcomes page.

Success Stories and Outcomes

“

I got a chance to intern at the US District Court which made me realize my interest in the legal field, specifically in positions that are about organizing files and/or records—and now today, I organize files from hundreds of cases!

Brooke Carlock '23, Jr. Litigation Project Manager at Gunster

Brooke's journey isn't the only way to make it at Lake Forest College. Our career pathways offer a multitude of different ways to take advantage of the education here as well as the opportunities after graduation.

Career Pathways

Our history graduates...

Conduct historical research

and interpret historical data

Appreciate the perspectives of both past and present

in any reconstruction of history

Communicate complex ideas

in a thoughtful and convincing manner

Actively challenge existing systems,

structures, and policies of racism and inequality

Networking and Career Preparation

Learn more about the Forester Network

Our students have opportunities to engage with professionals working in various fields of interest and build meaningful connections before graduation.

Lake Forest College students don't only get a fantastic education, but also hone applicable skills that employers are seeking in candidates.

Our career counselors ensure that our students are well prepared for whatever path they choose.

At Lake Forest College, you will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from a multitude of fields.

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