The world is tied together by many bonds--economic, diplomatic and human--and because of technological advances in transportation and communication, an increasing number of American rely on the knowledge of a foreign language.  Concentrated study of the languages and cultures of other nations contributes significantly to the improvement of international relations.

Employment possibilities for foreign language majors include the many positions available to humanities students in any field.  For bilinguals there are openings in foreign countries as well as in the United States.  Graduates have found jobs in teaching, translating, foreign diplomacy, foreign correspondence, travel agencies, international airlines, import-export work, international corporations, and in agencies of the federal government.  Foreign language competence is an asset to urban workers in social work, public health, and law enforcement.  While graduates with skills and backgrounds only in foreign languages may encounter keen competition for jobs, as a supplement to other skills the knowledge of a foreign language is a valuable professional commodity.

Career Sources and Professional Organizations

	American Association for Applied Linguistics
	American Translators Association
	Center for the Advancement of Language Learning (CALL)
	International Federation of Translators
	Joint National Committee for Languages & the National Council for Languages and International Studies
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	National Association for Bilingual Education
	National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators
	One Small Planet
	OverseasJobs.com
	Southern California Area Translators & Interpreters Association
	Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
	The Translators and Interpreters Guild
	U.S. Department of Education
	U.S. Department of State

SAMPLE JOB TITLES

Entry Level:		Experienced:
	Foreign Correspondent		Bilingual Education
	Foreign Service Officer		Foreign Social Worker
	Guide		Interpreter
	International Banking Officer		Linguist
	International Trade Economist		Speech Pathologist
	Teacher		Translator

ENHANCING EMPLOYABILITY

	Participate in internships
	Strong communication skills essential
	Ability to work independently
	Computer skills