The knowledge of Mexican American history, culture, psychology, and politics, as well as experience with research methodologies, critical theory, and speaking and writing Spanish gained from a major in Mexican American Studies provides students with a strong career foundation. Graduates may work in fields as diverse as public policy, health care, law, social services, education, international relations, outreach, or business. This major is also excellent preparation for graduate study in Mexican American or Latin American studies, public health, law, business, anthropology, or public policy.
Potential Career Areas:
- Health care/promotion
- Social services
- Cultural preservation
- International business
- Advocacy
- Education
- Translation
- Foreign relations
- Legal services
- Human resources
- Media
- Tourism
Sample Employers:
- Consulates
- Government agencies
- Community and international health organizations
- Schools, colleges, and universities
- Nonprofit organizations
- Businesses
- Cultural centers
- Legal offices
- Social services organizations
- Media outlets
- Travel agencies
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|
Patient Advocate
|
$24,000 - $55,000
|
|
Foreign Service Officer
|
$37,828 - $55,552
|
|
Historic Preservationist
|
$25,670 - $54,530
|
|
Community Organizer
|
$18,000 - $45,000
|
|
Extension Agent
|
$22,000 - $68,000
|
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Foreign Correspondent
|
$28,162 - $43,292
|
|
Travel Agent
|
$17,000 - $45,000
|
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Translator
|
$22,900 - $43,300
|
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Grant Coordinator
|
$36,143 - $43,271
|
|
Human Services Worker
|
$27,280 - $43,510
|
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Labor Union Business Agent
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$50,000 - $65,000
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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).