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Major to Career: International Studies


On this page you will find information about careers pursued by International Studies majors, skills International Studies majors develop and career-related Web sites relevant to the major. Visit the department page to learn more about the InternationalStudies program.

Careers

It is important to remember that your major does not determine what your career will be. With a liberal arts education, YOU, not your major, will determine your career path.

On the right is a comprehensive list of job titles of Dickinson alumni who majored in International Studies.

Career-Related Skills

  • Research: International Studies majors develop the ability to obtain information from texts and from observing cultural situations.
  • Analytic Thinking: International Studies majors gain experience with creating, evaluation, and presenting logical arguments.
  • Understanding Many Points of View: International Studies majors study different cultures and countries to understand why groups relate with one another the way they do.

Career-Related Web Sites


The WWW Virtual Library: International Affairs Resources
Excellent all-around resource for International Affairs information.

The WWW Virtual Library:
International Affairs Resources Study and Work Abroad
Another excellent resource for International Affairs Careers.

ISA's Directory of Internet Resources
Excellent resource for areas relating to International Studies.

Worldwide Business Briefings
A guide to business customs, etiquette and cross-cultural communication.

United States International Trade Commission
A federal agency of the US Department that provides trade advice to legislative and executive branches.

The Riley Guide: Resources for International Job Opportunities
A guide for international jobs by country and other how-tos to guide your search.

For additional career resources and links, please visit the Job Search Web Link page.