What Kinds of Careers Do Global Studies Majors Go into?

Students who take courses in the program will enjoy a broad, interdisciplinary education that will prepare them to work in diverse settings in diverse types of places, whether close to home, in major urban centers, or in other countries. Understanding the global dimensions of societal developments and challenges will boost students’ critical thinking skills and make them valuable assets to future employers. Global Studies majors go into a variety of fields, including:

• Politics
• Government
• Law
• International business
• Non-Profit Work
• Advocacy
• Academia
• Public Policy
• Journalism
• Publishing
• The Arts

CSU East Bay has prepared a "Fact Sheet" about their Global Studies major that includes possible careers as well as the actual occupations of CSUEB Global Studies alumni. San Jose State University also provides career information from SJSU on its Global Studies website.

How Will Study Abroad Help My Career?

Study and volunteer opportunities abroad can inspire the direction of students' education and subsequent career choices and provide valuable experience to translate into job opportunities. 

Here is an article about the importance of travel abroad from Go Overseas. (As you read, keep in mind that they are also trying to sell you on specific trips, but the information on the benefits of travel abroad is worthwhile.)

Why Global Experience Should Be a College Requirement

How to Put Your Volunteer Abroad Experience on a Resumé