Global Studies Careers

A degree in Global Studies prepares graduates for many kinds of careers.

	Profession	Employers	Strategies
Law, Government, & Politics	Education, Translation, Diplomacy, Foreign Service, Immigration, Military, Trade & Finance, Campaign Worker	Universities, Intelligence, Law Enforcement State Dept., Armed Forces, UN, Public Officials	Explore government application processes, participate in student government, work for a campaign
Media & Communications	Advertising, Journalism, Publishing/Editing, Sales, Public Relations	Media, Marketing, Video Production, International NGOs	Develop communication skills, work for UCR communications, get internship
International Business	Banking, Manufacturing, Consulting, Trade	Banks & Financial Institutions, Logistics companies, International firms	Learn about international business and foreign firms operating in U.S., follow international economics
Travel & Tourism	Airlines, Hospitality Industry, Guide Services, Cruise Ships, Translation Services and Technology	Tour & Guide Companies, Airlines, Airports & Cruise Lines companies, Hotels & Hostels	Intern or work for airlines, cruise line, hotel, develop good office & communication skills, master a foreign language
NGO/Nonprofits	Grant Writing, Community Development, Social Justice & Environmental Action	Amnesty International, Greenpeace, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps	Develop interpersonal networks, volunteer for local organizations, develop communication skills, master foreign language

"I was the first in my family to go to college. I also was a returning student, starting college at 39, because I had to work to help support my family before that. Global Studies helped me understand the forces that created me and that enabled me to see a different world. The focus on Environmental Justice and Science, Technology, and Society has prepared me to be a global citizen; to take a step back and to look at the bigger picture, and to see how we can work together as a society to help the communities disproportionally affected by climate change, technology, and cultural shifts to name just a few. The multidisciplinary curriculum prepares students to engage in conversation and to respect and challenge different points of view."

Juan Murillo

Global Studies ‘24

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