Why study foreign languages and cultures?
Language study can open up the world, so you can...
- Explore exotic locales, architectural wonders and historic sites
- Enjoy the delicious foods and rich culinary traditions of other regions
- Experience new cultures and make friends from all over the world
- Assist foreign travelers visiting our country
- Make an impact working with immigrants and migrant workers
- Teach and change lives forever
- Open up many career opportunities to do what you love
What can I do with a language degree?
With a language degree there is no single career path after graduation. In addition to traditional language careers in teaching, translating, and interpreting, language degrees provide exciting opportunites in a wide variety of career paths all around the world. In recent years, . With this increasing demand for bilingual and multilingual employees, a language degree can offer a distinct advantage for graduates entering the job market.
| Careers & Industries for Language Students | |
| Intelligence and Defense |
Healthcare |
| Travel and Tourism | International Development |
| Teaching Foreign Language | Interpreters and Translators |
| English Teachers to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) | Teaching English Abroad | Finance and Banking |
| Legal Services |
Foreign Service and Diplomacy |
| Immigration | International Business and Trade |
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Peace Corps and Non-Profit |
Missions and Humanitarian Aid |
Career Resources
- Opportunity International |
- United Nations |
- American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages |
- U.S. Travel Association |
- National Association for Bilingual Education |
- Japanese Exchange and Teaching Program |
Internship Opportunities
- Cultural Experiences Abroad |
- Institute for the International Education of Students |
- CAPA: The Global Education Network |
- Teaching Assistant Program in France (TAPIF) |
Students wishing to apply for an internship abroad should make an appointment in the Mac Center by following the link below:
For further career resources and internship opportunities, please stop by the Modern Languages Job Board across from Jennings 105 or visit Career Services in Nelson 313.
