For those majoring in modern languages and cultures, there are a number of lucrative career paths after college.
Want to learn more about potential career opportunities for your major? “What You Can Do with a Major In…?,” brought to you by the VMI Office of Career Services, provides an overview of a variety of occupation options. Enroll today in FOCUS 2 using the access code “keydet” to sign-up and start to explore your options after VMI.
Here are some examples of occupations that may interest you:
| OCCUPATION | US NATIONAL MEAN SALARY |
|---|---|
| Foreign Language Interpreter | $51,260.00 |
| Foreign Language Translator (Written Material) | $51,260.00 |
| Foreign Service Officer | $96,970.00 |
| Literacy Education Teachers | $55,140.00 |
| Missionary Worker | $49,450.00 |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $70,870.00 |
| Technical Publications Writers | $73,160.00 |
| Writer/ Author | $71,920.00 |
* Salary data provided by Focus2 and US Department of Labor (2022)
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