Is being an archivist a good fit for you?
Looks after important records and historic documents so they are kept safe. Sorts them, decides what to keep, and helps people research them.
What the work involves
- Organises old records and sets up systems for sorting them so they are easy to find.
- Helps people who need to look at historical records.
- Prepares records, such as descriptions of documents, so information is easy to find.
- Builds and looks after computer archives and databases that are easy to search, using current storage technology.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be organising and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if an archivist is one of yours.
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