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East Asian Studies
Majoring in East Asian Studies prepares student
as East Asian Studies "Specialists." Students have training in the
history, political institutions, culture and the language of a particular
East Asian country. Students acquire a unique cultural perspective on the
country of interest, and several disciplines are combined to enhance that
understanding. The knowledge and linguistic skills acquired prepare the student
for further studies at the graduate level, or a career in either the public
or private sector, such as foreign service or international commerce, banking,
and other organizations, when combined with business skills.
Interested students should contact the department
director, Dr. David Pong, 224 Munroe Hall, or call 831-0799.
Sample Job Titles
| Bachelor's Degree/Entry Level |
Further Education/Experience
Often Required |
| *international business consultant |
*lobbyist |
| *international relations specialist |
*market research specialist |
| *consumer advocate |
*politician |
| *cultural affairs officer |
*professor/educator |
| *customs/immigration officer |
*public administrator |
| *high school teacher |
*public policy specialist |
| *journalist |
*translator |
| *FBI/CIA agent |
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| *foreign student advisor |
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Check the Dictionary of Occupational Titles under section 051 for additional
related careers.
Enhancing Employability
- Participate in Internships,
Field Experience Placements and Alumni Mentor Network.
Some Employers of East Asian Studies Majors
*banks *archives
*colleges/universities *social service agencies
*hotels/restaurants/resorts *civic associations
*airlines/airports *American schools abroad *consulting firms *museums *newspapers/magazines *international exchange programs
Other Sources of Information
American Association for Chinese Studies www.ccny.cuny.edu/aacs
Asians in America Magazine www.asiansinamerica.org
Association for Asian Studies www.asian-studies.org/Default.htm
Association of Teachers of Japanese www.colorado.edu/ealld/atj
National Association of Asian American Professionals
www.naaap.org
Overseas Job Express www.overseasjobs.com
Riley Guide - International Job Opportunities www.rileyguide.com/internat.html
Tokyo Connections www.tokyoconnections.com
United States - China Business Council www.uschina.org
Resources for Finding Employment
Found at the Career Services Center's Career Library (first floor):
- Blue Hen Careers -- Internships, Part-time, Summer, and Full-time Jobs -- All in one place
- Great Jobs for Foreign Language Majors (CSE
263)
- Careers for Foreign Language Aficionados &
Other Multilingual Types (CSE 264)
- Opportunities in Foreign Language Careers (CSE
265)
- So You Want to be a College Professor? (CSE
270)
- Careers in Education (CSE 280)
- Careers for People on the Move & Other Road
Warriors (CSE 394)
- Career Opportunities in the Travel Industry
(CSE 397)
- Opportunities in Travel Careers (CSE 400)
- Careers in Law (CSE 436)
- Career Opportunities in Politics, Government,
and Activism (CSE 440)
- Opportunities in Government Careers (CSE 442)
- Top Careers for Liberal Arts Graduates (CSE
559)
- 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For (CSE 650)
- Work Your Way Around the World (GD 155)
- International Jobs (GD 165)
- Directory of Jobs and Careers Abroad (GD 179)
- International Job Finder (GD 181)
- Going Global (GD 182 & 183)
- www.udel.edu/CSC/netresources.html
CSC's Internet Resources
Further Information Including: Skills to Develop, Strategies
for Contacting Employers, Grad School Information and where to get assistance
is available in the CAREER LIBRARY located at 401 Academy Street.
Last updated: January 26, 2011 (CH)
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