What Can I Do With a Major in International Studies?
As an International Studies Major, you'll learn how to become a citizen of the world and create solutions to global challenges.
The International Studies Major was created to give you a broad and many-sided grasp of global issues. We're here to help you get a critical understanding of our ever-changing global environment.
Because your coursework draws from many disciplines, it will prepare you for an increasingly interdependent and globalized world. It will also help you face and surmount the challenges these changes bring to you as a citizen of your community and the world.
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Career Options, Employers, and Transferable Skills
Career Options, Employers, and Transferable Skills
*Some may require further education or specialization.
Anthropologist
Anti-Terrorism Intelligence Agent
Campaign Worker
Chamber of Commerce Manager
Community Relations Manager
Congressional Aide
Cross Cultural Trainer
Diplomat
Editor
Exporter/Importer
Foreign Correspondent
Foreign Exchange Trader
Foreign Service Official
Foreign Service Peacekeeping Specialist
Government Intelligence Analyst
Government Service Executive
Government Worker
Humanitarian Relief Worker
Intelligence Specialist
International Lawyer
International Relations Specialist
International Student Adviser
International Trade Specialist
Labor Relations Specialist
Lawyer
Legislator
Librarian
Library Consultant
Lobbyist
Military Officer
Missionary Worker
Newspaper/Magazine Journalist
Peace Corps Volunteer
Political Consultant
Politician
Probation/Parole Officer
Professor
Public Affairs Coordinator
Public Relations Specialist
Radio/TV Announcer
Researcher
School Administrator
Social and Community Service Managers
Teacher
Technical Espionage Intelligence Agent
Travel Writer
VISA Worker
Private & Non-Profit Organizations
Advertising Agencies
Archives
Banks
Book/Magazine Publishing Companies
Civic Organizations
Collection Agencies
Community Arts Centers
Community Organizations
Consulting Firms
Cultural Organizations
Education Institutions
Foundations
Historic Sites/Historical Societies
Insurance Companies
International Publications
International Visitors Councils
Labor Unions
Law Firms
Libraries
Museums
Newspapers
Political Organizations
Professional Associations
Public Interest Groups
Public Relations Firms
Radio/TV Companies
Research Firms
Government Agencies
Department of Commerce
Department of Justice
Department of State
Drug Enforcement Administration
Embassies
FBI/CIA
Federal/State Congressional Offices
General Accounting Office
National Archives and Records Administration
National Endowment for the Humanities
National Park Service
Peace Corps/AmeriCorp
Political Parties
Smithsonian Institution
US Agency for International Development
US Customs Service
US Information Agency
General Skills
Understands and adapts programs, products, and services to the cultural background of the audience
Becomes knowledgeable of other cultures, languages, and institutions
Ability to analyze across cultural or national lines
Conducts and explains scientific research clearly
Communicates ideas to others
Focuses on the structure and function of the government and the necessity for human social order
Develops ability to adapt and appreciate others and their lifestyle
Gains and develops language skills
Understands and interacts with people who are culturally diverse
Problem-Solving Skills
Thinks analytically
Evaluates problems and makes good decisions
Analyzes concepts, definitions, arguments, and complex problems
Organizes ideas, deals with questions of value, and extracts essential information
Distinguishes fine differences between views and discovers common ground
Persuasive Skills
Constructs clear formulations, good arguments, and examples
Builds and defends views and appreciates completing positions
Persuades people and adapts to change
Communication Skills
Speaks articulately
Presents ideas through well-constructed, systematic arguments
Expresses a distinctive view and explains difficult material
Eliminates ambiguities and vagueness in communication
Constructs useful analogies
Writes interpretively, argumentative, and descriptively
Develops structure and technique while anchoring generalizations
Research Skills
Reads comprehensively
Organizes and interprets social, economic, and political data
Summarizes complicated materials
Experiential Learning
- Completing an internship with a local, state, or federal government agency
- Volunteering with a humanitarian service organization
- Studying a foreign language of a country you hope to work with in the future
- Taking part in a Study Abroad or Cross-Cultural experience
Professional Associations
Enhancing Your Employability
Here are some ways to improve your job prospects:
- Join relevant student organizations to develop leadership skills.
- Participate in internships and field experience placements.
- Participate in a study abroad opportunity.
- Become active in alumni and mentor networks.
- Plan on a graduate degree for advancement.
- Take part in mock interview opportunities.
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