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Language and International Trade

Language and International Trade is a versatile degree that can lead to jobs and careers in many different areas. Visit the department website, watch the videos below, or scroll down and select an option under Related Career Fields to see more information about potential careers you can pursue. 

Modern Languages Department

Related Career Fields

Select a career field below to see some of the various areas it encompasses, types of employers, and some sample occupations.

International Opportunities

Career Areas

  • Global Supply Chain Management
  • Purchasing
  • Distribution
  • Inventory Management
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Systems Management
  • Supplier Sourcing
  • Customer Service
  • Performance Analysis

Employers

  • Domestic and international companies including: manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers, and distributors
  • Freight and passenger carriers
  • Shipping companies
  • Third party logistic firms
  • Transportation companies
  • Offshore suppliers
  • International suppliers
  • Government departments

General Information

  • Learn about import/export laws.
  • Become familiar with how US customs and other organizations regulate trade.
  • Cultivate foreign language skills and cultural awareness.
  • Plan to start in domestic positions and work towards international assignments.
Translation

Employers

  • Government agencies
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Educational institutions

General Information

  • Acquire travel experience in other countries.
  • Become familiar with current events around the world.
  • Practice language skills by conversing with native speakers.
  • Develop strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrate ability to work both independently and in groups.
Business

Career Areas

  • International Marketer
  • Export Manager

Employers

  • Corporations
  • Non-profit organizations

General Information

  • Study abroad in at least one other country.
  • Consider a minor or double major in business.
  • Develop excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Earn leadership positions on campus.
  • Learn about current trends in international business.
  • Obtain internships in business settings.
Government

Career Areas

  • Community Relations Director
  • Diplomatic Officer
  • United Nations Worker
  • Legislative Aide
  • Personnel Manager
  • Customs Inspector
  • FBI/CIA Agent
  • Security Advisor

Employers

  • Government agencies

General Information

  • Serve in internships with government agencies or officials.
  • Join student or local political organizations.
  • Learn another language.
  • Become familiar with current events in the world.
  • Gain experience with public speaking and persuasion.

Join Organizations

Being active in both student and professional organizations can help boost your career. You'll have the opportunity to network with and learn from peers, mentors, and professionals. Working within these groups helps build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills. You'll gain hands-on experience, showing employers your proactive attitude and commitment to growth, making you a stronger job candidate.

Student Organizations

Check out the organizations listed below, search Laker Life, or talk with a Career Coach to find others.

Join a Professional Organization

Search professional associations by name, industry, or occupation. Get involved to network, learn, and broaden your experience.

Learn about Careers

View videos of professionals describing their roles and what a day on the job is like. Browse a wide variety of career paths and industries. 

General Guidelines and Strategies

  • Gaining experience through internships, part-time or summer work is critical.
  • Many desirable skills can be enhanced through participation in leadership of student organizations.
  • Develop flexibility, negotiation skills, and the ability to make sound decisions.
  • Learn to work well on a team and to work effectively with a wide variety of people.
  • Plan to start searching for internships or jobs four or more months in advance of when you would like to start the position.
  • Develop and utilize a personal network of contacts.
  • Once in a position, find a mentor.
  • Learn about import/export laws.
  • Become familiar with how US customs and other organizations regulate trade.
  • Cultivate foreign language skills and cultural awareness.
  • Acquire travel experience in other countries.
  • Become familiar with current events around the world.
  • Practice language skills by conversing with native speakers.
  • Develop strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Studying abroad in at least one other country can be very beneficial.
  • Consider a minor or double major in business.
  • Serve in internships with government agencies or officials.
  • Join student or local political organizations.

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