French Studies
Arts and Humanities students are uniquely positioned to succeed in internships in many different sectors and industries. The transferable skills they learn in the classroom allow them to think critically and creatively, approach problems with a fresh perspective, and make a positive impact for the future.
Keep reading to learn which internship opportunities are best suited to your skills and program.
Transferable Skills
Transferable skills (or soft skills) are abilities or qualities that you’re learning in the classroom that can be applied to various jobs and industries.
Here are just some of the transferable skills you’re developing that will help you excel in your internship:
- Active Listening
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Creativity
- Critical Thinking
- Data Analysis
- Editing
- Information Gathering
- Leadership
- Negotiation
- Networking
- Organization
- Public Speaking
- Problem-Solving
- Project Management
- Researching
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Writing
Career Paths
Based on the above skills, here are some career paths related to this program that you might explore during your internship:- Archivist
- Communications
- Educator
- Government and Policy Analyst
- International Relations or Business
- Interpreter
- Lawyer
- Library and Information Science
- Marketing
- Non-Profit Work
- Public Relations
- Sales and Customer Service
- Translator
- Writing and Editing
- . . . and more!
Internship Opportunities
Please check the Current Opportunities page or contact the Experiential Learning Specialist/Assistant for help finding an internship that is aligned with this program and your interests, skills, and goals.
Visit the French Studies website for more information.
