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Careers in Asian Studies

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What kind of fields can I work in with a degree in Asian Studies?

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Highlighted Fields

  • Law Enforcement
  • Research
  • Counseling
  • Writing
  • Publishing
  • Immigration/ Naturalization
  • Administrative Services
  • Operations Management
  • Social Work
  • Educational Administration
  • Law
  • Civil Service
  • Importation/ Exportation
  • Government
  • Industry and Commerce
  • Travel and Tourism
  • Interpretation and Translation
  • Service and Education
  • Arts, Media, Entertainment

Graduate School

SMCM Alumni with Asian Studies Degrees have gone on to pursue graduate degrees at the following universities:

  • University of California, San Diego
  • American University
  • Brock University
  • University of Montana
  • Carlow College
  • University of New Orleans
  • University of Iowa
  • Case Western Reserve University
  • Bath Spa University
  • Loyola College
  • Bath Spa University (England)
  • Columbia University
  • Nottingham Trent University
  • Oregon State University
  • Queen’s University

Asian Studies Internships and Jobs

The Center for Career and Professional Development helps students gain valuable job experience through internships year-round. We offer resources to help you find the right opportunity and can guide you through the process of earning academic credit for your internship. If you’re considering an internship or want to explore earning credit, be sure to connect with our Internship Coordinator before getting started!

Contact Us

Meet The Asian Studies Faculty
(240) 895-2159
Margaret Brent Hall

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Student Resources

Asian Studies Awards
Cross-Disciplinary Studies Awards
U.S.-Asia Relations Internships
Asian Pacific Islander American Culture Club (APAC)