Finding a job
The majority of graduates seeking work in the Heritage and Culture sector usually enter into their first role as an assistant (or similar) before progressing into more senior positions as more experience, skills and contacts within the industry are accumulated. Volunteering experience within a related area is highly advantageous and the majority of successful candidates entering these initial positions will have had this kind of experience.
Compared to other sectors traditionally there are generally very few graduate schemes offered by organisations specialising in heritage and culture, although a few larger funded organisations such as the National Trust and Wellcome Trust may have these from time to time.
On this page you will find some key resources to help you locate work in this sector, as well as some other approaches and considerations to think about.
Where to look for opportunities
Further study
If you are looking to pursue an academic or specialist career within this sector you may find a postgraduate course is a requirement to achieve your desired career (or could provide you with a competitive edge.) However, when mapping out your career plans it is important to think carefully about what you would actually gain from further study to decide if it is worth the extra investment of time and money. In some cases, practical work experience can be just as important to an employer, if not more. Do some research on the specific job roles that interest you. Reading existing job adverts or reviewing Prospects Job Profiles can provide a good indicator of what experience an employer might be looking for from their applicants.
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