What can I do with this degree?
LINGUISTICS
AREAS
EDUCATION/ARTS
Teacher
-English as a Second Language
-Business English
-Scientific English
-Linguistics in high school/college
International Student Advisor
Researcher/preparation of teaching
materials and dictionaries
Cataloger
Curator
Adviser/consultant/administrator,
language programs
Librarian/Archivist
Coordinator for Teacher Training
Programs
Missionary
EMPLOYERS
Public and private schools
Colleges and universities
Adult education providers
Libraries
Museums
Textbook & test publishers
STRATEGIES
Obtain certification/licensure to teach. Become certified to teach multiple subjects and age groups for increased job opportunities. Earn a graduate degree for post-secondary teaching opportunities. Assist a professor with research. Take extra courses in research and statistics. Develop exceptional written and oral communication skills. Volunteer, seek part-time, summer or internships. Secure strong personal recommendations, particularly from professors.
AREAS
GOVERNMENT
Interpreter
Voice of America announcer or
commentator
U.S. Information Agency Program
Specialist
Forensic Linguist
Press Release Writer
Personnel and Labor Relations
Specialist
Federal Administrator
Secret Code Analyst
Translator
Peace Corps Volunteer
Minority Programs Coordinator
Literacy Programs Coordinator
EMPLOYERS
Federal Departments and Agencies
State and Local government
Peace Corps
STRATEGIES
Gain translation proficiency in a language other than English. Supplement curriculum with coursework in statistics and social research. Develop exceptional computer, communication, and research skills. Gain work experience via government internships, part-time jobs, or summer work. Learn the federal job application process. Obtain a graduate degree for advanced positions. Consider beginning a career with the government by joining the military.
AREAS
SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH
Research
Data Analysis
Demography
Market Research
Information Sourcing
Cultural Anthropologist
Language Revitalization
EMPLOYERS
American Indian Tribes
Universities
Government agencies
Research institutes
Non-profit agencies
Community organizations
Private industries
Advertising and marketing firms
Consulting organizations
Information brokers
Newspapers, magazines, news agencies
Public opinion research polls
STRATEGIES
Develop exceptional quantitative, statistical, and writing skills. Learn to use statistics software packages as well as database, spreadsheet, and desktop publishing programs. Volunteer to help a professor with a research project. Obtain an advanced degree for research administration positions. Network with professionals working in areas of interest. Gain experience working on teams. Obtain a graduate degree for advanced positions.
AREAS
BUSINESS
Cross-cultural Communication
Specialist
Document Designer
Book Dealer
Trade Analyst
Training Materials Writer
Travel Agent
Public Relations
Airlines Representative
Employment Counselor
Commercial Attaché
Foreign Purchasing Agent
Management Trainee/International
Business
Advertising Specialist
Speech Recognition Specialist
Speech Synthesis Specialist
EMPLOYERS
Insurance & finance firms
Retail stores
Banks
Staffing agencies
Manufacturing companies
Service industries
Non-profit organizations
Healthcare organizations
Travel Agencies
Book Publishers
STRATEGIES
Earn a minor in business or supplement curriculum with courses in general business, accounting, and finance. Gain business experience through part-time jobs, summer work, and internships. Develop excellent computer skills. Learn to use software applications such as spreadsheets, databases, and word processing. Hone written and oral communication skills. Join related professional associations. Seek leadership roles in student organizations.
AREAS
COMPUTERS
Computer Language Designer
Computer Software
Documentation Specialist
EMPLOYERS
Software Companies
Search Engine Corporations
STRATEGIES
Take courses in computational linguistics, computer programming, applied math and business. Gain experience through part-time jobs, summer work, and internships. Obtain a graduate degree for advanced positions. Fluency in a foreign language is a plus.
AREAS
PUBLICATIONS
Editor
Copy Editor
Reporter
Freelance Writer
Technical Writer
EMPLOYERS
Newspapers
Magazines
Book Publishers
STRATEGIES
Take courses in Mass Communication and Journalism. Work, intern, or volunteer for campus newspaper or other campus publications as well as community publications. Develop excellent computer skills and editing background.
AREAS
HEALTHCARE
Speech Pathologist
EMPLOYERS
Stroke and Rehabilitations Centers
Hospitals
School Districts
Private Practice
STRATEGIES
Complete prerequisites for Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Gain experience with speech-disabled children and adults.