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411110595 Clint Yang

Instructor: Prof. Chung- Pei Tsai

Composition & Conversation I

11 March 2024

Moving tTo Next Level oOf Adulthood: Careers for English Majors

I. Introduction
Thesis statement: Despite that, career choices involve personal
interests, working environment and visions for future, as well as the
level of educations. Although becoming an English teacher or
interpreter entails considering the aforementioned factors; they differ
in many aspects.However, because robots lack the unique
temperament of human beings, there are still specific occupations in
different areas that only human can perform, which are education
employees and international interpreters.
II. Body
A. the education requirements for each career path differ.?
B. the work environments for English teachers and interpreters
differ?
C. salary offer differ for English teachers and interpreters?
[III.] Conclusion: In summary, while becoming an English teacher or
interpreter both career paths offer different opportunities for
individuals with an English degree to utilize their language and
communication skills, they differ significantly in terms of education
requirements, work environments, and salary prospects.

With the changes of time and the development of technology, numerous

academic fields have been replaced by the outstanding learning abilities of artificial
intelligence. However, because robots lack the unique temperament of human beings,
there are still specific occupations in different areas that only human can perform,
which are education employees and international interpreters.
As an English major student, the choice between entering into education field or
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interpretation business is a common decision after graduation is a common decision

compare to other career paths. Of course, human desires also play a crucial part in
decision-making process. Despite that, career choices involve personal interests,
working environment and visions for future, as well as the level of educations. While
both paths involve language and professional English skills, they differ from many
aspects.Although becoming an English teacher or interpreter entails aforementioned
factors; they differ in many aspects.
Firstly, the education requirements for each career path differ. To become an
English teacher, an individual s typically needs a bachelor’s degree in English and
education, followed by obtaining a teaching certification or licensure. Advanced
Degrees such as a Master’s in Education or English field may be preferred for higher-
level positions or specialized teaching roles. In contrast, becoming an interpreter
requires proficiency in at least two languages and a bachelor’s degree in an academic
field like linguistics, languages, or interpretation.
Moreover, the work environments for English teachers and interpreters differ.
English teachers commonly work in schools, from elementary to high school levels.
They may also work in language laboratory or tutoring centers, depending on their
qualifications and academic competence. On the other hand, interpreters can work in a
variety of places, including government agencies, international organizations, and so
on.
NeverthelessFinally, salary offers differ for English teachers and interpreters.
English teachers teachers' salaries vary based on aspects such as location, level of
education, and teaching experience. On the contrary, interpreter salaries can vary
widely depending on factors such as language proficiency, specialization, and demand
for specific languages. Interpreters with rare language combinations or expertise in
high-demand fields may obtain ed higher salaries and have better job prospects.
In summary, while both career paths offer different opportunities for individuals
with an English degree to utilize their language and communication skills, they differ
significantly in terms of education requirements, work environments, and salary
prospects. For English majors to chose choose between becoming an English teacher
or an interpreter depends on their interests and career aspirations.
Undoubtedly,Regardless of whether the the career paths chosen, as English majors,
chosen, we will contributereate a meaningful contribution assistance to society
through our language proficiency and English competence.