Join our Modern Languages and Literature graduates in success
100% of Class of 2023 French and Spanish majors reported landing a job or enrolling in graduate school within six months of graduation.
Contact Information
Deja McClellan
Law and Public Service Career Pathway Leader
dmcclellan@lakeforest.edu
847-735-6233
One Major, Multiple Paths
A degree in Modern Language and Literature can open up a variety of opportunities. Here's a sample of job titles our newest graduates have held in the last five years:
- Associate Product Manager
- Bilingual Child and Family Advocate
- Case Manager
- Crisis Counselor
- Digital Navigator
- Elementary Teacher
- English Language and Cultural Assistant
- Legal Intake Specialist
- Media Associate
- Program Associate
- Telecommunicator
Where our graduates land
Our students have completed an internship or landed a job with high-profile organizations in and beyond Chicago.
Our most recent graduates have interned at or joined the ranks of these companies in the last five years:
- CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange)
- ConnectWaukegan
- Cornerhouse
- Evanston Community Foundation
- Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
- NALCAP, Spanish Ministry of Education
- Medline Industries
- North Chicago Community Partners
- Pricewaterhouse Coopers
- Ridgetop Research
- Starcom
- Zuma Law
Advancing their studies
Modern Language and Literature graduates have also furthered their studies through graduate programs across the country. We set our students up for success so they can enroll in diverse programs such as this sample of degrees pursued by recent graduates:
- Master of Accounting (College of William and Mary)
- Master of Arts in Teaching (Lake Forest College)
- Master of Arts in Writing (Northwestern University)
- Master of International Political Economics (London School of Economics)
- Master of Nursing (College of Lake County, DePaul University)
- Master of Public Health (Northwestern University)
- Master of Science in Library and Information Science (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign)
- PhD in Biosciences/Biological Sciences (Stanford University, Vanderbilt University)
A Lake Forest College education is built for the future. All students are equipped with the most sought-after professional skills: writing, speaking, critical thinking, and an understanding of human society and cultures. Our interdisciplinary curriculum sets our graduates apart as competitive and uniquely qualified candidates who are eager to take on the challenges presented in today's professional world. Learn more about how our students turn their passions into a career on our Success Stories and Outcomes page.
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I'm grateful that I received so many opportunities for development and important growth at Lake Forest College. The Religious Studies, Spanish, and Journalism departments challenged me academically and creatively. Along with Lake Forest College's Career Advancement Center, I had multiple opportunities to grow and secure a job in today's market
Sergio Bardesi-Texocotitl ’22, Quality Manager at Epic
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I landed my internship because a Lake Forest College classmate I had in the past shared her internship news on social media and I reached out to congratulate her and that got the ball rolling to take about how she obtained it. Connections are KEY!
Mireya Uribe '22, Immigration Legal Assistant Intern at Zuma Law LLC
These journeys aren't the only way to make it at Lake Forest College. Our career pathways offer a multitude of different ways to take advantage of the education here as well as the opportunities after graduation.
Our Modern Languages and Literature graduates...
Speak and write Spanish or French
at the high intermediate level or above
Understand cultural norms and differences
within French or Spanish culture
Understand historical, social, economic, political
French or Spanish culture
Understand artistic expression within French or Spanish culture
within French or Spanish culture
Networking and Career Preparation
Our students have opportunities to engage with professionals working in various fields of interest and build meaningful connections before graduation.
Lake Forest College students don't only get a fantastic education, but also hone applicable skills that employers are seeking in candidates.
Our career counselors ensure that our students are well prepared for whatever path they choose.
At Lake Forest College, you will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from a multitude of fields.
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