Career Opportunities

A degree in Latin American Studies is designed for students who seek to integrate a broad range of disciplinary approaches to a world region of growing international significance. In an age of broadening globalization and ties between the US and Latin America, an understanding of the region has become especially important in the business, public policy, diplomatic and educational sectors.

Graduates from the program are bilingual and are knowledgeable on Latin American political systems, economies, history, literature and international affairs. Study-abroad and practical cross-cultural experiences are strongly encouraged.

Upon graduation, some students pursue additional advanced degrees in academic fields. The major also provides a valuable supplement for those who subsequently pursue professional degrees in business, law, engineering, medicine, or other disciplines. Others proceed to careers in the private sector, in international organizations, in non-governmental organizations (NGOs) or in government. Some of our alumni have gone on to such varied careers as coordinators for local and Washington D.C.-based NGOs, international news correspondents, university administrators, consultants, editors, translators, and teachers.

For additional information regarding career opportunities, please visit the following sites:

Latin American Studies Association
Latpro.com
Ihispano.com
USALatino.net
Electronic Network for Latin American Careers and Employment
Career Services Center at UCSD

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