by Henry Worden | Aug 4, 2026 | Research Blog
I would tell the employer about all of the background information regarding the dig site, the time period it was active and who lived here. I would talk about how it was an internship through school and we had a fairly small team that we came with. I would explain the...
by Margaret Ahlberg | Aug 3, 2026 | Research Blog
In an ideal world, I wouldn’t panic about any question asked and would answer everything beautifully and eloquently. This blog post is set in an ideal world. If an employer noticed archaeology on my résumé and asked me about it, I would probably start by saying...
by Claire Malone | Aug 2, 2026 | Research Blog
Personally, I like to picture myself stumbling into an interview room looking frazzled and dusty as I usually do when coming back from a day at site. I think that’ll really set the precedent for what we’ve been doing for the past few weeks, and I’m so proud of myself...
by Lily Molinaro | Aug 2, 2026 | Research Blog
So far, my archaeological experience in Türkiye has taught me so many valuable life and academic skills. From the first week on, I have been able to improve my skills in collaboration, being honest about my limits, and adjusting to new environments. I have been able...
by Erik Lee | Aug 2, 2026 | Research Blog
“So, you have archaeology in Türkiye on your resumé; tell me about that.” As the caressing rays of fluorescent light cast down by electrified mercury vapor fill the room, the question floating around the room like a laden bee, expected, yet uninvited to the thoughts...
by Fontina Battaglia | Aug 2, 2026 | Research Blog
Hypothetically speaking, if I ever land a job interview in this economy, it would be a miracle. If I had to talk about archaeology in Türkiye, this is what I would hypothetically do, and not at all based on what I was instructed to do as homework for a class...
