1. COMPLETE REQUIRED STUDY/WORK-ABROAD EXPERIENCE
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COURSEWORK
Determine the correct level for your language courses by seeing the Modern Languages website for placement information and talking with an instructor before you enroll, at orientation, or at the beginning of the semester.
Complete major coursework with Bs or above. Make sure you are completing remaining Gen Ed requirements. Select a minor and start introductory coursework.
Further develop language skills and professional specialization through 300- and 400-level coursework in your major. Take additional coursework for your minor. Expand skillset by completing AHSS requirements.
Select relevant electives to complete major and minor requirements. Complete capstone. Take additional courses or consider an internship.
Government and Military
Foreign Service Officer, Diplomacy, Intelligence Officer, Military Linguist, Non-Govern-
mental Aid Organizations (NGOs), National Security Agency (NSA), UN, IMF
Business
International Sales, Customer Service, Contract Negotiator, Financial Adviser, Human Resources, Manager
Health care
Doctors Without Borders, Traveling Nurse, Pharmacist, Dentist, Medical Interpreter, Patient Advocate
Justice system
Judge, Lawyer, Court Interpreter, Court Stenographer
Education
K-12 Language Teacher, ESL Teacher, University Professor
Hospitality and Tourism
Tour Guide, Restaurateur, Resort Manager
Emergency services
911 Dispatcher, Police Officer, Firefighter
DEVELOP SKILLS THROUGH EXPERIENCE
Explore careers associated with your major. Identify key skills needed for your field. Explore student organizations and development programs. See online list of NDSU student organizations for ideas.
Consider an on- or off-campus job to expand experience.
Learn professional etiquette and how to write a proper resume, cover letter, and thank you note. Explore bilingual career opportunities.
Consider an internship, possibly through your study-abroad experience.
Volunteer with a community organization that would benefit from your language skills.
Investigate requirements for full-time jobs or other opportunities related to careers of interest.
Assess experiences and skills you are lacking and fill in gaps with volunteering, clubs, internships.
STUDY ABROAD
Start researching study-abroad experiences. Meet with your advisor to begin discussing transfer credits and the best time to study abroad. Meet with a study-abroad Peer Mentor to learn more about studying abroad.
Talk to your advisor to finalize your study-abroad program and/or internship choice. Begin application process for study abroad and scholarships. Talk to returnees about tips and suggestions for study-abroad preparation.
Talk with your advisor and faculty about possible capstone topics before you study abroad. Complete your study-abroad experience.
Complete your capstone experience for a course in your major, tying in your study-abroad experience and your majors and minors.
COMPLETE REQUIRED STUDY/WORK-ABROAD EXPERIENCE
UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL
Attend the clubs and organizations fair in the fall; join an organization, such as the NDSU International Students Club, Model U.N., Conversational English Circle, language clubs, Concordia Language Villages, etc.
Attend career and non-profit fairs to connect with potential employers. Attend local conferences like FLARR or FLAND and introduce yourself to professionals in your field. Consider taking a leadership role in a club.
Consider presenting at NDSU Research Day. Network at the event. Volunteer at a community organization that would benefit from your language skills. 
Do some targeted networking in the fall. Follow professional organizations on social media. Visit the Career Center and prepare for career fairs (practice interviewing and networking).
GO! BUILD YOUR FUTURE
Struggling with career or program decisions? Go to orientation sessions, visit with Academic Advising, visit with the Career Center, and attend career fairs during the year.
Create a resume and an online professional profile, join Modern Languages LinkedIn group, build connections, develop second elevator pitch on who you are, conduct internship/job search, and develop a list of references.
Begin to streamline your career focus area. Research education and experience requirements for careers of interest. If needed, prepare to take a graduate school test.
Solidify post-graduation plan and apply for jobs, graduate school, or additional training. Get help from the Career Center with job searching, resumes, letters, interviews, grad school apps, etc.
*Some jobs may require additional training
Last Updated: 5/23/2018