A different language is a different vision of life. ~Federico Fellini
In a world of increasing globalization, a degree in Languages could be the key to your future. A Languages major offers students a solid liberal arts preparation, plus the enhanced capabilities represented by foreign language competency. Graduates have pursued careers in such diverse fields as business, teaching, law, environmental sciences, and law enforcement.
Examples of former student job titles:
Bilingual Technical Writer
Career Training Trainer
Diplomatic Services Officer
ESL Teacher/English Conversation Instructor
Foreign Correspondent
Foreign Currency Trader
Foreign Language Production Specialist
Foreign News Translator
Foreign Services Officer
Federal Employee, Government/Intelligence Analyst/Agent (FBI, CIA)
Immigration Paralegal
Import/Export Coordinator
International Business Developer
International Radio Broadcaster
International Relations
International Travel Counselor
Interpreter
Linguist
Marketing Analyst/Coordinator
Non-profit Organizations Coordinator
Peace Corps Administrator
Public Relations
Secondary Education Teacher
State Department Employee
English Teacher (Abroad)
Technical Writer
Translator
U.S. Information Officer
Useful Websites:
http://artsci.usfca.edu/servlet/DeptWelcome?deptID=16
Career Opportunities for Modern Languages Majors
http://www.aquinas.edu/languages/aqdifference.html
Career options for a Modern Languages major.
http://www.csbsju.edu/mcl/resource/LRS_careers_in_languages.htm
More career options for a Modern Languages major
Keep in mind that this is just a small sampling of career paths available to your major. You are encouraged to look at all of the Liberal Arts Career pages for other ideas of careers you may be interested in. Chances are, your education and experience just might have a perfect fit!