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 OP - Been there and done that so many years ago and back then got my first job because I could do word processing!  What I found was that I had learned something in a few areas such as a language, an area content, economics, - but not enough to be able to offer specific skills to an employer.  But today, actually have junior in high school granddaughter who is fluent in Spanish and already using it in a summer job and volunteer work, is interested in business with a focus on Latin America.  BUT she does not know what to combine with the language skill and business interest.  [b]She is wise to be looking at larger universities where she can develop a minor which for her may be in the sciences and point her in a reasonble occupation cluster.  Selecting a larger university will also give her and your daughter the opportunity more easily change majors [/b]if they assess the current job market in government is not going to be that stable or hiring for the next few years. Skilld to focus on are strong writing skills, being able to read and analyze information and communicate your analysis to others seeking your input.

Definitely take consider some course work in data science, artificial intelligence within the desired field of choice.  Also be sure DD understands that there is more to reading and learning in the field of international relations than what is on your iPhone. You need to have flexibility in your skills sets.  If your DD can get to do some paid or volunteer work in her area of interest that would be a plus in helping her see what others are doing with the skills she is trying to acquire.  For example, rather than thinking of becoming a nurse, perhaps the idea of health care administration at some level.  Take adavantage of any opportunity to work with a professor on a project. [/quote]
 Meh, you can get a minor at any colleges and [b]the largest colleges are the hardest to switch majors.[/quote][/b]

Not true.  I'm a humanities prof.  Where there's a will there's usually a way, and more course offerings mean more chances to catch up on requirements. [/quote]
I mean you can pray all day, but that’s not going to get you a major in the college of engineering. [/quote]

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