The knowledge of Spanish and Portuguese grammar, linguistics, conversation and translation skills, literature, and culture forms a strong foundation for careers and future studies. Graduates in the Spanish/Portuguese concentration may work in education, translation, public relations, business, or nearly any field where Hispanic language communication skills are needed. This major is also excellent preparation for medical, law, social work, or nursing school or graduate work in Latin American or Mexican American studies, Spanish and Portuguese, or linguistics.
Potential Career Areas:
- Education
- Translation/interpretation
- Health care
- Advocacy
- Outreach
- Business
- Advertising
- Communications
- Travel/tourism
- Legal services
Sample Employers:
- Schools and universities
- Businesses
- Nonprofit organizations
- Tourism agencies
- Media
- Advertising and marketing
- Courthouses
- Hospitals and clinics
- Airports
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|
Translator
|
$22,900 - $43,300
|
|
Adult Education Instructor
|
$27,100 - $46,500
|
|
Grant Coordinator
|
$36,143 - $43,271
|
|
Bilingual Teacher
|
$33,000 - $57,000
|
|
Court Interpreter
|
$21,000 - $62,000
|
|
Textbook Editor
|
$26,000 - $82,000
|
|
Director of Visitor Services
|
$35,000 - $75,000
|
|
Advertising Copywriter
|
$21,000 - $48,000
|
|
Medical Transcriptionist
|
$22,380 - $32,060
|
|
Family Law Mediator
|
$27,000 - $97,000
|
|
Patient Advocate
|
$24,000 - $55,000
|
|
Public Relations Specialist
|
$30,600 - $52,100
|
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Communications Specialist
|
$40,000 - $85,000
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Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010); DISCOVER (2011); Facts on File: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (2011).