Industry sectors
Using your languages at work doesn’t mean being just a teacher, translator or interpreter. It can mean working in one of the industries highlighted below. Languages are used in very different ways, but they are no substitute for specific qualifications or training; for example to be a qualified accountant, or to have several years’ marketing experience. However, it may be virtually impossible to perform well without an effective working knowledge of the language(s) needed in the job. We have illustrated each industry with case studies of people using languages in their work.
Get the low-down on languages and careers in our factsheet.
Find industry profiles and case studies in our languages and careers Handbook.
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Business services
Central Government
Contact centres
Engineering
Event management
Financial services
Local government
Marketing
Media
Public services
Technology
Travel and tourism
Voluntary and charitable sector