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Scholarships

Student Organizations

Service Learning

Honors Program

Employment Options

• International Political Organizations, Embassies, and Consultants

• Import/Export Companies & International Banks

• Schools

• Government – CIA, Defense Dept., Peace Corps,

• Dept. of Justice, Immigration & Naturalization

• International Student Programs

• Corporate Programs for Transfer Students

• Non-profit Organizations

• Industry – Hospitality, Restaurants & Hotels, Health Care Services, Pharmaceutical
  Companies

• Banking

• Airlines, Cruise Lines, Railroads

• Automobile Industry

Related Occupations for Foreign Language Majors

Some of these occupations may require additional education at Graduate or Professional
schools. For information on qualifications and career specifics consult the Occupational Outlook Handbook or other career resources. Also, take advantage of career counseling offered by the
Center for Student Excellence.

Air Traffic Assistant	Intelligence Specialist
Art Dealer	International Account Representative
Banking Correspondent	International Banking Officer
Bilingual Educator	International Consultant
Civil Service Employee	International Trade Economist
Consultant	Interpreter
Copywriter	Investment Analyst
Cultural Attache	Linguist
Cultural Officer	Loan Officer
Customs/Immigration Officer	Missionary
Drug Enforcement Agent	National Security Agent
FBI or CIA Agent	Overseas Plant Manager
Financial Planner	Peace Corps
Foreign Correspondent	Pharmaceutical Representative
Foreign Diplomat	Sports Agent
Foreign Exchange Trader	Teacher
Foreign Service Officer	Tour Organizer
Foreign Service Peacekeeping	Translator
Foreign Service Specialist	Travel Agent
Fund-Raiser Importer/Exporter	Travel Writer
Intelligence Researcher

Preparing for a Job in Foreign Languages

1. Be familiar with current events and travel to the other countries.

2. Undertake work/study in the country where the target language is spoken.

3. Become more fluent by reading books, and using tapes and videos.

4. Network and attend job fairs.

5. Obtain certification to teach.

6. Develop business skills to compliment language skills.

7. Work in an international company based in the U.S.

8. Consult a directory of foreign firms based in the U. S.

9. Consult a directory of U. S. firms abroad.

Contact Information

Department of World Languages and Cultures
D Vickers Hall Room 219
Tel: 985-549-2105
[email protected]

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