Tips for Entry
Read publications such as Historical Archaeology, SAA Archaeological Record, Journal of Archaeological Science, and Environmental Archaeology: The Journal of Human Palaeoecology to learn more about the industry.
Visit the following Web sites for job listings:
- https://careers.saa.org
- https://sha.org/job-board
- https://www.indeed.com/q-Archaeologist-jobs.html
Join professional associations to access training and networking resources, industry publications, and employment opportunities.
Talk with archaeologists about their careers. Ask them for advice on preparing for and entering the field.
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