Careers
The demand for bilingual and multilingual jobs is only increasing, and with it, increased salaries and competitive edges for those who speak multiple languages. According to the ,
鈥� 9 out of 10 employers rely on employees who can speak languages other than English.
鈥� 56% reported that their demand for bi/multilingual speakers will increase in the
next five years.
鈥� 1 in 3 reported a language skills gap.
鈥� 1 in 4 has lost business due to a lack of foreign language skills.
Foreign Languages prepares you for borderless career opportunities by bolstering your language skills and broadening your cultural perspectives. Our plans of study prepare you for multiple career opportunities, and they have enough space built in to allow you to double major in other fields, too.
Careers in Foreign Languages
Service
- Bilingual Educator
- Foreign Language Teacher
- Peace Corps Volunteer
- Tutor
- Public Health Educator
Arts & Media
- Literary Researcher
- Literary Translator
- Foreign Correspondent
- Textbook Publisher
- International Curator
Security
- Military
- Cryptology Linguist
- International Affairs Operative
- Language Enabled Airman
- Intelligence Officer
- CIA
- FBI Agent
Science & Other Professions
- Scientific Interpreter or Translator
- International Researcher
- Library Services Employee
- Bibliographer
U.S. Government
- Interpreter or Translator
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- Defense Language Institute
- Foreign Service Officer
- U.S. Travel Service
- Trainer for Ethnic Recruits
Travel and Tourism
- Airline Employee
- Exchange Program Tour Guide
- International Resident Director
- Airline Professional
- Travel Marketing Specialist
- Study Abroad Coordinator
Industry
- Researcher
- Translator or Interpreter
- International Banker
- Bilingual Administrator
- Supply Chain Manager
- International Investor
- Financial Advisor
- Global Economist
Other Opportunities After Graduation
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Graduate School
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Peace Corps
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Fulbright Scholarships
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Internships Abroad
*Keep in mind that some of these professions require additional undergraduate or graduate work or degrees. Contact us for more details and suggestions on using your love of languages after graduation.
