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A lot of us share the dream of traveling around the world full-time. In reality though, we have bills to pay and we have to be able to feed ourselves. For most of us, that means a job that we can do while we're traveling or one that involves travel for work. I spent a lot of time in college trying to explore the best way to do this and I've talked to many people (interviewing over 60 women) on how they balance their careers and their travels. After some research, I wanted to share my list of the best majors for travel (in no particular order)!

I've included links to relevant Woman of the Week interviews where I've talked with working women from around the world to find out what they do and how it helps them travel. I've also included some relevant links for more information about these majors.

Remember - a degree is just a start and doesn't mean you have to work in this field or that you're limited in your career. But here are some of the top majors that make finding a job with travel options easiest.

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Education is the super popular major for those interested in travel, and for good reason. Especially if you're an English teacher, there are options for you to teach in almost any country. Depending on the country, sometimes you can acquire free accommodations, have a really great income, and even get incredible benefits of vacation time. All from the vantage point of a different country!

It's important to make sure that you have the appropriate qualifications - teaching is a really hard job and some people get into the field thinking it's an easy ticket to travel and are disappointed and surprised. But if you're ready for the challenge, a degree in education can help you see the world whether you're working abroad or traveling during the summer breaks of which many people are so envious.

BUSINESS/ACCOUNTING/FINANCE

Majoring in business is another field that can be hugely helpful. Obviously this is a broad category, but I've met a lot of business majors who either travel for work or I forwarded great benefits because of their salary but allows him more flexibility than others. You could start your own business, provide consultant or in a list of services to other businesses, often remote, travel to conferences representing your corporation, The list goes on and on.

I know many people for whom their business degree has given them a lot of options, even if they're not working specifically on a business position. Sometimes these jobs just have a lot of benefits in terms of income, and if you can manage to find a remote business roll or a place with decent vacation time you can afford to do a lot more than you could otherwise. Even if you need to work really hard for a few years and take a year off I know long-term adventure, business can be a great option.

INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT

A degree in international management will give you the skills to manage global businesses and organizations. This will give you the chance to work from a lot of different countries, depending on the organization with whom you are employed. This is less likely to be a remote roll and more likely to be a long-term position you assume abroad, so it might be better suited for those who want to relocate more permanently to a new location.

Similarly to international management, this major prepares you to specifically focus on managing a nonprofit organization. There are thousands, if not millions, of nonprofit organizations around the world. All you need to do is gain the required skills for the position, find a cause you care about, and start applying! Many of these positions could be remote granting you even more travel opportunities, but if you apply to an organization based in another country, you'll be guaranteed a chance to live abroad at a minimum.

Nowadays, so much of marketing takes place online or on social media. And luckily, most of that begins on your computer or phone, making marketing a great fit for remote rolls that allow you to travel. With a degree in marketing, you can help a business or organization you love find their ideal customers. Maybe this company is stationed abroad and you move to join them there, or maybe you can convince them to let you take your role remotely and work from wherever you want!

I am currently employed as a marketing manager for a non-profit Fair Trade store called Global Gifts. It's a remote role except for store events and visits for product photos and such, but you'd never think it by their four brick-and-mortar shops!

PROGRAMING/COMPUTER SCIENCE

Web design, computer programming, or anything related to computers and technology can be an incredible option people who want to travel a lot. We may seem obvious but most of these positions require you working from your laptop or a computer, and in many cases these positions are are there any remote, or can become remote with a little sweet talking to your boss.

I've also seen tons and tons of people start to run businesses consulting and helping other people with the web aspect of their own business. If you're not a programmer, any sort of programming you might need for your website, at, or whatever else can be incredibly overwhelming and you need an expert's. That's where you come in!

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A large number of photographers are freelancers. If you want to be a travel photographer then you'll find clients who need your photography skills, go where they are, and work your magic. It definitely requires a lot of business savvy, dedication, and flexibility - but the flexibility can be what makes travel so possible. If you're a wedding photographer and you can do shoots for destination weddings. If you're a travel photographer, well, enough said. With portrait photography, you can really work from anywhere in the world.

I've even met a man who is a crisis photographer, making most of his living by traveling to war zones or areas hit by natural disasters a few times a year, and selling his photos to BBC or other similar news stations.

LINGUISTICS & LANGUAGES

Linguistics and language studies aren't the same thing, actually. Language studies would include learning Arabic or Swahili, while linguistics is the study of how language is formed and spoken. Still, both offer some interesting opportunities to visit the region of whatever language you choose to focus on for immersive experiences.

Once you have your degree you can relocate to conduct research or teach, for example. Studying a specific language could also give you opportunities to teach the language online, giving you a more remote role that could open up even more travel opportunities.

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With a nursing degree you have to option to join a lot of organizations that do nursing work abroad. Doctors Without Borders, Red Cross, and UNICEF are just a few examples. It's incredibly hard work and doesn't necessarily mean you'll be having comfortable travels on pristine beaches. You'll work long hours and on medical missions typically be sent to regions suffering after natural disasters or dealing with outbreaks and epidemics. But the work is rewarding and much needed.

An alternative to medical missions is travel nursing, where you can work shorter contracts in different cities. This gives you a chance to lay down a bit more stability while still getting to explore a new area. Two Dusty Travelers is a great blog and resource for travel nursing and volunteering abroad, ethically.

If you feel like this is a good fit but don't know how to get started, check out Nursefly. They're the largest platform for temporary jobs in healthcare, with a mission to empower nurses and healthcare professionals by giving them unprecedented access to transparent and accurate information to aid in their job search.

They have thousands of jobs with pay listed and a blog with useful resources and guides to help healthcare professionals in their career over on their blog.

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

As the name implies, a major in international affairs gets you working on issues affecting countries around the world. There is a lot of room for specialization here toward a topic you're really passionate about. Maybe you're working for a non-profit that deals with maternal health or world hunger. Maybe you're writing policies to protect populations in need. Or maybe you're an advocate for your favorite cause, traveling to countries speaking out about your beliefs.

TOURISM & EVENT MANAGEMENT

If your dreams of working and traveling include visions of you being directly in the travel industry, this is probably a top major to consider. Studying tourism and event management can set you up with the background knowledge to work in a travel agency, work abroad at a major museum or park planning events for travelers or lead tours through your favorite city.

If you want to take your work outdoors and abroad, why not study outdoor recreation? With a major in this field, you can be the first in line for jobs in a national park, leading adventure activities like scuba diving or trekking for travel companies, or teaching your favorite outdoor recreation activity to newbies in a foreign country.

Journalism obviously means you'll be doing a lot of writing, and luckily that can usually be done from your laptop. You might need some Wi-Fi to conduct research on whatever topic you're writing about but once it's collected, you could write your article from the mountain tops or the beach - wherever your heart desires!

Closely related to journalism, a major in creative writing could be a perfect start to your remote life as an author. If you've always dreamed of writing a novel then this might be the major for you. Whether you've already got a contract for a manuscript or you're hoping to self-publish, you'll need a laptop and some self-discipline and then you can write from wherever in the world you wish to travel.

DIGITAL COMMUNICATION & MEDIA

Just about every business and organization that exists could is utilizing digital communications and social media to promote themselves. (Or at least they should be and/or want to be!) Considering it's a job that can be done almost entirely from your laptop or phone, it's a great one for those who want to work remotely. Whether you're employed by a specific agency or work freelance, there are tons of options in this field that is only going to keep growing.

Global studies gives you a background in international issues which - no shock here - opens you up to some great chances to work with globally-focused organizations. It's a somewhat broad field with overlap in International Relations and International Business. Your classes might include

FINAL THOUGHTS ON BEST MAJORS FOR TRAVEL

So there you have it, 16 of the best majors for jobs to travel the world. Whether you move abroad to work with a foreign organization or you assume a remote roll and travel wherever you want, these majors can open the door for you. Of course, the great thing about these majors is that they're super broad and can be done in your home country as well. Once you have the degree and the skills you can transfer them just about anywhere!

To be sure, there are plenty of majors not on this list that afford you plenty of similar opportunities. In fact, I majored in history and mental health (a self-designed major). I ended up working in a remote roll for a program that pairs college mentors with incarcerated teens so you might have imagined I'd studied criminal justice - none of the three which are on this list.

The same rules apply for just about any major - either find an organization abroad who will hire you, or figure out a way to take your skills remote. Either option can lead to you typing your big reports and sending emails from the airport, on the way to your dream destination.

For a few more interviews with people who majored in subjects not listed here, check out the following:
Pharmacy (Jasmine) Psychology (Lisette) Speech Pathology (Karlie)
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Interested in a career in cybersecurity? With more than 464,000 job postings for open cybersecurity positions in the United States, you chose a great time to join a booming industry - but where to start? To help close the cybersecurity skills gap, CyberSeek provides detailed, actionable data about supply and demand in the cybersecurity job market, which helps job seekers identify what they need to transition between cybersecurity roles and advance in their careers.

In this blog post, we will share the top nine cybersecurity job titles requested by employers within the U.S. cybersecurity job market and the education requirements, certifications and skills needed to find a job in one of these high-demand roles.

To begin, here are the top cybersecurity job titles and their average salaries, according to CyberSeek:

1. Cybersecurity Analyst $95,000

2. Cybersecurity Consultant $91,000

3. Cyber Security Manager / Administrator $105,000

4. Software Developer/Engineer $110,140*

5. Systems Engineer $90,920

6. Network Engineer/Architect $83,510*

7. Vulnerability Analyst/Penetration Tester $103,000

8. Cyber Security Specialist / Technician $92,000

9. Incident Analyst / Responder $89,000

* Salaries marked with an asterisk (*) came from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

It's important to note that a cybersecurity salary can vary depending on a variety of factors including the size and scope of the employer, geographic location and a candidate's experience.
How to Get a Job in Cybersecurity

From network security to an incident responder or an ethical hacker, an IT security manager may be tasked with anything from installing, administering and troubleshooting security solutions to writing up security policies and training documents for colleagues. While other job roles are responsible for a specific part of the overall system, cybersecurity talent must be able to take a step back and see the big picture to keep it secure from cyberattacks and data breaches.

If you already have some technical skills under your belt, the first step is discovering how your knowledge transfers to the cybersecurity field. For example, if you understand code, you'll be able to identify and protect against malicious code.

Of course, in technology there's always something new to learn - and when fighting cybercrime, it's even more true. Start by taking inventory of your transferable technical skills and make note of the skills you'd like to learn to land a job in cybersecurity. This applies to soft skills as well.

For those without a technical background, the entry to cybersecurity is a little different, but there's still plenty of opportunity. For example, cyber policy analyst and technical writer are positions that you could obtain without the technical know-how. Think of these entry-level jobs as stepping stones to more advanced cybersecurity jobs as you gain more experience and training.

Education Requirements for Cybersecurity Jobs

Many cybersecurity jobs require formal training and education. CyberSeek breaks down education requirements and shows the percentage of online job listings requiring either less than a bachelor's degree, a bachelor's degree or a graduate degree.

For example, cybersecurity specialist is a term used to categorize entry-level cybersecurity jobs or jobs that perform cybersecurity tasks in addition to other IT tasks, such as tech support or networking. Job titles may include IT specialist information security or IT security specialist. The job postings for this role don't require as much education as others - 19% of cybersecurity specialist postings require less than a bachelor's degree, which is higher than more advanced job titles.

In contrast, a cybersecurity engineer is on the advanced-level career track, so if you're interested in a career as such, you should know that 89% of job openings require higher education. In fact, 66% of cybersecurity engineer postings require a bachelor's degree and 23% require a graduate degree.

Even more training and experience is required to become a chief information security officer (CISO). Typically, a candidate for this type of position is expected to have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field and 7-12 years of work experience - including at least half of those years in a management role. A CISO is also expected to have deep technical knowledge.

You can dig deep into CyberSeek's data for any of the top nine job titles and discover what education level is most common for your dream job.

IT Certifications in Cybersecurity

If you've done any research on the topic, you know that the choices in information technology (IT) certifications are endless! We've combed through the recommendations for these top nine cybersecurity job titles and identified the certifications requested most.

The CompTIA Cybersecurity Career Pathway: With CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+), CompTIA PenTest+ and CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP), the CompTIA Cybersecurity Career Pathway helps technical specialists achieve cybersecurity mastery, from beginning to end.

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP): CISSP is an advanced-level cybersecurity certification put out by (ISC)2. It focuses on cybersecurity management skills.

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA): At the associate level is where Cisco certifications begin to specialize, and some of the most common ones include CCNA Routing and Switching, CCNA Security, CCNA Cyber Ops and CCNA Data Center.

GIAC: GIAC certifications cover topics including cyber defense, penetration testing, digital forensics and incident response, developer, and information security management.

Skills Needed for Cybersecurity Jobs

It's easy to assume that a top skill set recommended for any of these job titles would contain the word "security." But what about the less obvious skills? As with IT certifications, we've filtered through the most popular skills on the job postings.

Linux: If you have an Android phone or a security system running at your house, they very well could be running on Linux. Because of its versatility and broad use, it can only help you in a cybersecurity career. CompTIA Linux+ will validate your Linux skills, showing employers that you have what it takes to work on a wide variety of operating systems and devices.

Project Management: IT professionals need to manage many projects at once, and strengthening this soft skill can give you a leg up. Consider CompTIA's project management certification, CompTIA Project+. CompTIA Project+ goes beyond one specific methodology or framework, covering essential project management concepts. Added bonus: CompTIA Project+ is one of the top-paying IT certifications, according to Global Knowledge.

Information Systems: An information system is an organized system for the collection, organization and storage of data. Having a knowledge of information systems is essential to a successful career in cybersecurity.

Get into Cybersecurity from Other Roles

CyberSeek identified five feeder roles that often serve as stepping stones into an IT security career because of the similarities in skill requirements and significant skill overlap with multiple core cybersecurity roles. Click below to learn more about what those career paths look like:

Now that you know more about what education, certifications and skills are recommended for these particular cybersecurity job titles, you can plan your career journey accordingly. CyberSeek data is constantly updated, so come back often to find new skills or certifications you can add to your repertoire to make yourself a more attractive job candidate. If you are currently in an entry-level role and looking to get ahead, hone in on the items needed for that dream job, and you'll be on your way to cybersecurity expert status.

Check out the CompTIA Cybersecurity Career Pathway to see how CompTIA certifications can help you get into cybersecurity and advance your cybersecurity career.

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The Future of Cybersecurity in 2021 and Beyond

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The phrase undergraduate research may prompt images of lab coats and test tubes, but that's only a narrow slice of the whole experience. Undergraduate research opportunities extend across disciplines, taking many forms and offering benefits regardless of major, experts say, noting that such work helps students develop a variety of skills that employers value.

Undergraduate research opportunities vary by college, but experts say the experience is really what students make of it.

"I think (undergraduate research) really helps students mature as thinkers and doers," says Brian Thomas, associate dean for undergraduate research opportunities at Stanford University in California. "Many different kinds of careers are going to present students with challenges that don't have obvious answers. At the end of the day, that is the best description of what research is all about: We've found an interesting question, and we really don't know what the answer is going to be."

What Is Undergraduate Research?

The nonprofit Council on Undergraduate Research defines undergraduate research as "an inquiry or investigation conducted by an undergraduate student that makes an original intellectual or creative contribution to the discipline." But what an undergraduate research program looks like can vary, taking many forms and methods across disciplines.

A history major, for example, probably won't have to worry about microscopes and mathematical formulas, but he or she may complete fieldwork or engage with archival materials. What typically will hold true for all disciplines is how students approach research.

"The first part of any research experience is deciding what question you want to ask. What are you interested in? What aspects of that question are already known and where are the needs, where are the gaps for new discovery?" says Sarah R. Bolton, president of the College of Wooster in Ohio, which requires students to complete undergraduate research or a creative project in order to graduate.

Numerous models exist for undergraduate research. Some students may serve as research assistants, working under a faculty member's supervision. Opportunities exist to conduct research domestically and abroad. Additionally, students may conduct research as part of a thesis attached to their major, while others may study independently with direction from a faculty mentor.

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"The core mission of a researcher, whether they're on the faculty or they're a budding undergraduate, is to learn a mode of asking questions and try it out," Thomas says.

At what point during a student's time in college undergraduate research is conducted may also vary. At Wooster, Bolton notes that students complete faculty-supervised independent research or a creative activity over the course of their senior year. Some juniors also complete smaller research projects. Bolton says there's no single best time to conduct undergraduate research, but experience helps provide a foundation.

Thomas says there's "no wrong time to incorporate research," but doing so early may help students establish career goals, settle into a specific major or even help them realize that a particular discipline may not be what they expected.

The Benefits of Undergraduate Research

Beyond developing academic depth in their chosen discipline, experts say that other benefits extend from research projects.

"Undergraduate research is a platform which enables us to address larger educational goals," says Stephanie Wallach, assistant vice provost for undergraduate education at Carnegie Mellon University in Pennsylvania. Those goals include developing a skill set that encompasses communication, problem-solving, project management, developing research budgets and making proposals.

"A lot of what we do beyond the research is enabling students to think - to gain a skill set," Wallach says.

In addition to developing skills, undergraduate research also is an opportunity to connect with professors. While student interactions may differ based on the undergraduate research model, faculty will always be central to the project. Students can expect to work closely with faculty mentors, whether in an assistant role or doing their own research.

"Faculty are meeting at least once a week with the student," Bolton says, explaining how independent study works at Wooster. "The student is bringing the work that they accomplished that week, they're discussing it with a professor, presenting what they anticipate their next steps are, how they're framing the question and how they might want to approach it."

Faculty, Wallach says, are at the heart of undergraduate research, guiding students to the completion of the project. She says this provides students with an invaluable networking experience: "Those connections are what take you into your future."

Though faculty members serve as a guiding hand, research projects are often the first substantive work students engage in without a syllabus or answer key. "That's challenging for someone who hasn't done it before, and represents a real growth opportunity for students to work in that amorphous space to have to provide their own structure," Thomas says.

Other benefits identified by academics include helping students develop a professional identity and connecting to the community in their chosen discipline, boosting interest in graduate school, increasing confidence and intercultural competency. Scholars also note that undergraduate research can boost retention and personal satisfaction with a school.

Undergraduate research also comes with some misconceptions, experts say. One, says Wallach, is that it's focused on science, technology, engineering and math, known as the STEM fields. A former liberal arts student herself, she is quick to point out that's inaccurate and opportunity to engage in undergraduate research exists across all disciplines.

Wallach also wants students to know that it's not just for career academics: "Undergraduate research is sometimes misunderstood as simply something to do because you want to go into academia, or you're planning to go for a Ph.D. That is another fallacy."

How to Find an Undergraduate Research Program

Prospective students who are interested in undergraduate research should learn about available options when searching for a college. Below is a list of questions to ask about undergraduate research opportunities:

How many students are engaged in undergraduate research programs?

Are undergraduate research opportunities open to all or restricted to students with a certain grade-point average?

How are students chosen to participate in undergraduate research programs?

Are there opportunities to present undergraduate research findings?

When can undergraduate research be conducted - and is it available to underclassmen?

Are there funded research opportunities for students?

Experts also advise students to review the scholarly work of faculty members to see what kind of research they've conducted. Students should also consider what other assets are available at a university such as dedicated research centers or interdisciplinary institutes within the college.

"I would encourage prospective students not just to look at the list of majors at a school, but also to broaden their vantage point and think about the research centers and institutes at the university as places where they may find a great intellectual home," Thomas says.

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The phrase undergraduate research may prompt images of lab coats and test tubes, but that's only a narrow slice of the whole experience. Undergraduate research opportunities extend across disciplines, taking many forms and offering benefits regardless of major, experts say, noting that such work helps students develop a variety of skills that employers value.