Introduction

Are you a student about to complete your degree? Are you pondering a career change?

NAPA can assist with your career goals by linking you with a practicing anthropologist. With this link, mentees receive useful guidance in defining career goals, customizing resumes, and developing a valuable professional network.

NAPA & AAA National Association for the Practice of Anthropology

Membership Benefits

  • NAPA Bulletins and other special publications
  • Access to career development mentors through the Mentor Program
  • Discount to NAPA events
  • Access to a supportive network of practicing anthropologists locally and nationally
  • Special Member Access to the NAPA website and other online resources
  • Free admission to special NAPA supported events at conferences

Become a Member

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Get Involved

  • Volunteer at the NAPA booth during the annual AAA conference
  • Facilitate a NAPA workshop at a AAA conference
  • Facilitate an online resume workshop
  • Speak about practicing anthropology and NAPA at local universities and other venues
  • Take part in our "guerilla mentoring" sessions at the NAPA booth
  • Become a NAPA Mentor
  • Run for an elected office, on the NAPA Board or a AAA committee
  • Volunteer to serve on a NAPA committee
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