Spanish majors and minors at Saint Joseph's University have pursued a variety of professions in fields including law, medicine, business, psychology, education, linguistics and international relations. Some use Spanish in their work in Spanish-speaking countries or in the U.S. among Spanish-speaking communities, including the greater Philadelphia area. They hold a variety of professional roles at businesses, non-profit organizations, government agencies, and in academic settings. Many graduates have participated in service opportunities abroad immediately following graduation and before pursuing advanced degrees or entering the workforce. These programs include:
- Peace Corps, Urban Servant Corps, Jesuit Volunteer Corps, AmeriCorps VISTA
- Bilingual Education for Central America teacher
- Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Fellowship in Spain and Latin America
- English language teaching assistant in Spain
The following are some specific occupations held by our recent graduates:
- Various medical professionals (physicians, therapists)
- Spanish teacher or professor
- Psychologists
- Legal professionals (attorney, immigration paralegal, legal assistant)
- Business professionals
- Project coordinators
- Speech-language pathologists
- Pro Bono case managers
- Journalists
- English as a Second Language instructors
- Insurance representatives
- International relations consultants
- International account manager or banking professionals