Gain insights into the many options in Anthropology through professional organizations that provide an overview of the field. Prepare for your future by examining information about specific positions in academia, science, business, government, museums and zoos, and other job sectors.

An excellent resource for considering future careers is the American Association of Physical Anthropologists, the world’s leading professional organization for physical anthropologists. Physical anthropology is both biological and social science, dealing with the evolution of humans in the context of human culture and behavior.

Other professional organizations include:

• American Anthropological Association
• American Association of Physical Anthropologists
• Midwest Primate Interest Group
• Society for American Archaeology
• Society for Linguistic Anthropology
• World Archaeological Congress

Use the Indiana University Library system to search Associations Unlimited, an online directory of associations, professional societies, nonprofit organizations.