Opportunities After Learning French Language
Opting to learn any foreign language always proves to be beneficial in one’s professional and personal growth. Languages such as French, Italian and Spanish are some popularly spoken languages in the world. Foreign languages increase our scope of studying and working oversees to expand our vision and have a proper exposure of the world. Apart from this, it provides significant insights into another culture including its historical background, customs and traditions and social norms. Now-a-days, employers value one’s language skills, especially in the field of international affairs, diplomacy, and tourism. On the personal front, an individual requires patience and perseverance while studying the language, hence, increasing one’s confidence. As far as French language is concerned, it is one of the most spoken languages of the world. Old French existed somewhere from the 8th and 14th centuries. In today’s time and age, French is the official language in 28 countries and is also the second most geographically widespread language in the world after English. International Organisations such as United Nations, European Union, and the International Red Cross also have French as their official language. Hence, it has a wide scope on the professional front. French language is enriched with exotic pronunciations and provides an access to a rich cultural heritage. France has given legendary personalities to the world such as, Victor Hugo, Marcel Proust, Albert Camus etc. Studying French as a second foreign language can open doors to major career opportunities. Some of them can be discussed as follows:
1. Becoming a Foreign Language Educator:
In this world, there are a large number of candidates who wish to learn French. They require a trustworthy mentor to guide throughout their journey of learning this new language. This is where a Foreign Language Educator comes to their rescue. Enrolling into a French institution as a French Educator is the best option for people who enjoy teaching and guiding others on the new terms and technical jargons of the language.
2. Getting a Job into French Embassy:
After gaining a C1 level proficiency in French language, getting a job into L’Ambassade de France en Inde (Embassy of France in India) is the best option. It is concerned with dealing with international relations and communicating with French Ambassadors. Vacancies come from time-to-time in the Embassy for French novices.
3. Becoming a Translator/Interpreter:
Polyglots and Multilingual people have this advantage of becoming a translator or interpreter who can help locals in understanding the language and making the conversion easier. One can opt for becoming a freelance translation expert as well. This is a high-paying opportunity with interesting insights on career growth.
4. Opportunities in Travel/Tourism:
Travel and Tourism organisation often look out for language experts to help attract locals for other nations. This is motivating for those who love to travel and explore new places. It is extremely important to interpret useful terminology to foreigners to make them understand about native culture and traditions of a nation. 5. Becoming Foreign Linguist: People who are specialised in foreign language have an advantage of becoming a linguist. Linguists are specialised with technical words, idioms and jargons; who attempt a deeper analysis on the language and its patterns to simplify the language. It requires a great knowledge for words and good understanding of the language to become a foreign language linguist.
6. Working in French Business Industry:
Startups are the new business models of today. Youngsters are coming up with new and unique ideas of businesses every single day. There have been multiple well-established startups which are earning a great deal. Out of these, some of them are also based in francophone countries like Belgium, Canada, Quebec etc. Such businesses require people with a business acumen and a better understanding of the French language. Getting to experience this new normal is a great opportunity for all French learners.
7. Becoming a Fashion Designer:
The fashion industry has been dominated by French designers like Coco Chanel, Christian Dior, Pierre Cardin etc. Their contribution has been tremendous and their exclusive ‘insolite’ style of fashion is commendable. Therefore, fashion industry always has immense options and career opportunities for those who are keen in fashion designing and have a good knowledge of French language. To sum up, it is always a better choice to explore a new language in order to understand a nation’s culture, customs, history and beliefs. French language is enriched with its huge vocabulary and exotic pronunciations that make it different from all other languages.
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