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Career Opportunities with a Major in Modern Languages
Foreign Language graduates have a variety of career options in both the public and private sectors. Most professionals who deal with the public, such as teachers, law enforcement agents and social services professionals, benefit from having foreign language knowledge, especially when these professionals serve foreign language speaking communities. Additionally, multi-national corporations increasingly need employees with foreign language skills to process documents and work as translators. With a major in Modern Foreign Languages individuals have the ability to communicate, develop cultural awareness and sensitivity, expand general knowledge and promote more appreciation for other cultures. Proficiency in more than one language is becoming an increasingly valuable skill and enhances one's occupational possibilities.
MSU Denver Modern Languages Department Website
Skills Related to Modern Languages
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Ability to read and write articulately and analytically
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Comprehensive command of grammar and vocabulary
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Good listening, clarifying, questioning, and responding skills
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Ability to practice for long periods of time
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Ability to organize and memorize detailed information
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Proficiency in phonetics and ability to imitate sounds
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Ability to think logically / quickly make analogies
Potential Careers Related to Modern Languages
The following list is a representative sample of job titles for individuals with a Modern Foreign Languages major. The list represents some, but certainly not all, careers which Modern Foreign Languages majors may consider.
Some of these jobs also require education beyond a bachelor's degree.
Employers in Modern Languages
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Magazines
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Newspapers
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Museums
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Professional journals
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Hotel chains
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International service organizations
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Labor unions
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Public relations firms
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United Nations
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Banks/Investment firms
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Law firms
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U.S. Immigration Service
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International airlines
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Military services
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Foreign language textbook publishers
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Colleges/Universities
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Transportation agencies
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Libraries
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International trade organizations
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Non-profit organizations
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U.S. Travel Service
Professional Organizations in the Field
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American Association of Language Specialists
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American Communication Association
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American Foreign Service Association
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American Oriental Society
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American Translators Association
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College Language Association
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Modern Language Association
Websites Related to Modern Languages
The above information is collected from alumni surveys of numerous colleges, professional associations, and multiple print and online resources.