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FRENCH
The ability to speak another language fluently can be an asset in today 's global world of work. Employment opportunities exist for foreign language graduates in many different areas. Government, business, education and the non-profit sector all have entry-level positions for multi-skilled liberal arts graduates, especially those who speak another language, although some positions may require advanced study. With the exception of positions in translating, interpreting or teaching, in most cases at the entry level your language fluency is seen as a secondary skill, an asset. It is not the primary function of your job. Therefore, it is necessary for foreign language students to research career opportunities and develop career goals. You want to be more directed than "something in which I can use my language abilities." Many careers do not require a specific major, but rather a wide range of demonstrated skills and accomplishments. Regardless of your career plans, it is important to develop your marketability through internships, responsible work experience, good grades and participation in college activities. Study and travel abroad can also enhance the likelihood of attracting an employer's attention.
Teaching Certification: Students seeking teacher certification in French must complete the requirements for a major French as well as satisfy other requirements for certification.
Department website: http://rutgers-newark.rutgers.edu/cmll/
| SAMPLE
OCCUPATIONS |
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| Foreign Service
Officer Public Health Administrator Interpreter/Translator Missionary Library Technician Teacher, Arts/Humanities Foreign Language Tutor/Teacher Travel Agent Advertising Copywriter Court Interpreter International Trade Specialist Flight Attendant Radio/TV Announcer Consultant Editor Bilingual Secretary Translation Service Company Owner Escort Interpreter/Guide Tour Organizer/Guide Hotel Employee International Banker Archivist |
Foreign News Correspondent Indexer ESL Teacher Foreign Film Dubber International Conference Planner Peace Corps/Vista Worker Custom/Immigration Officer Radio/Television Script Writer Foreign Language Shorthand Reporter Proofreader Immigration Inspector/Agent Foreign Student Advisor Intelligence Researcher Cultural Officer International Consultant UNESCO Official Customer Service Representative Copy Editor Police Officer Social Worker Technical Writer/Communicator Restaurant Manager Librarian CIA/FBI Agent |
Organizations
who have hired Rutgers-Newark Graduates: |
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| Cross-Cultural Solutions NASA State Farm Insurance Companies National Coalition for Haitian Rights Gay, Lesbian and Straight Teachers Network State of New York Department of Consumer Affairs Worldwide Television News |
Catholic Community Services People to People International Lehigh University Institute of International Associations Teaneck Public Schools American Association of Advertising Agencies Global Service Corps. |
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Career
Development Center 360 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Hill Hall room #313 Newark, NJ 07102-1801
(973) 353-5311 fax: (973)353-5355 questions or comments?
Hill Hall room #313 Newark, NJ 07102-1801
(973) 353-5311 fax: (973)353-5355 questions or comments?