History 300/301
History 300, History at Work, gives undergraduates an opportunity to begin exploring possible career paths. Through in-depth interviews with History alumni in a range of fields, students will learn more about how historians have made an impact on the world — and what steps they should take to position themselves well on the job market. Students will also receive on-one-one help in crafting résumés, cover letters, and more.
History 301, History at Work: Internship, confers academic credit for internships and counts towards completion of the major requirements.
UW-Madison History Department
- Career Advising – The History Department has its own career advisor: Christina Matta is here to talk with you about your interests, help you search for jobs and internships, review cover letters and resumes, match you with alumni mentors, and help you explore the many possibilities that the History major opens up for you. Potential majors and non-majors who love history are welcome as well! Come to walk-in hours from 9:30-11:30 M, W, R or email Christina at christina.matta@wisc.edu.
- Academic Advisor – Our academic advisor, Scott Burkhardt, can discuss any questions or concerns regarding academics. Scott is available to meet with students via scheduled appointments and walk-in hours.
- Board of Visitors mentorship program. This program matches current undergraduates with mentors from the Department’s Board of Visitors and other alumni. For more information, email Christina Matta.
- The History Lab – The History Lab is a resource center for undergraduate students studying, researching, and writing about history. Students can consult with staff for help with papers, exams, and other projects for their History courses. It also provides useful writing guides for student papers.
SuccessWorks
SuccessWorks is an innovative new career center where students from all L&S majors can explore their interests, connect with others who share their passions, and develop skills they need to take their next steps toward success. The “Career Communities” model helps students explore careers based on thematic interests rather than specific majors, and specialists are available in a wide range of fields in which L&S alumni have been successful. SuccessWorks also offers a career closet for students who need professional clothing for interviews, internships, and jobs; a lively schedule of career events and workshops throughout the year; walk-in advice for resumes and cover letters, and even funding opportunities for summer internships!
Career Exploration Center
The Career Exploration Center guides UW undergraduates who are considering their major and career options focus on interests, strengths, and values. They offer individual advising and workshops designed to introduce students to various fields and to engage them in the process of professional development. Other CEC resources include a lending career library and access to career assessments such as Career Locker and StrengthsQuest.
Handshake
Handshake is UW’s career connections and development platform. It provides access to internship and job announcements for thousands of employers, along with event announcements and registration, discussion threads, customized searching based on your profile and interests, and links to other career resources. You can even upload documents such as resumes for ease in submitting online applications. Handshake is available to all currently enrolled UW undergraduates and to alumni who completed a degree at UW-Madison.