The job market for Spanish majors is diverse and growing. With the demand for bilingual professionals proficient in Spanish on the rise, graduates can pursue careers in fields such as government, international relations, education, healthcare, business, and media.
Spanish majors can work as diplomats, interpreters, teachers, healthcare administrators, marketers, journalists, and more. Overall, the job market for Spanish majors offers a wide range of fulfilling and impactful career paths. For example:
- Interpreter/translator: $52,330
- Foreign language teacher: $61,660
- International sales representative: $58,500
- Bilingual customer service representative: $36,000
- Diplomat/Foreign Service Officer: $88,890
- Immigration officer: $59,960
- Travel agent: $40,660
- Content creator (social media/marketing): $53,310
- Humanitarian aid worker: $50,000
- Cultural exchange coordinator: $46,200
Salary and job projections come from national averages from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and other sources, including Glassdoor, Indeed, and industry-specific posts and publications. The data is meant to provide an idea of career options and salary ranges, not as a guarantee of obtaining these positions after graduation. These represent national averages and may vary by source and time frame collected. Actual salaries vary by region. Some jobs may require additional training or graduate education.
What are some of our graduates doing?
- Attorney, Coltrane & Grubbs, PLLC
- Corporate Sales Assistant, Univision Radio
Spanish Graduates Are Teaching at:
- Bedford County Public Schools
- Campbell County Public Schools
- Appomattox County Public Schools
- Manuel Elementary School
