Many jobs with international impact can benefit from the cultural literacy and analytical skills learned while earning a degree in Religious Studies. Many international orgnizations value the historical and contemporary context of religions and cultures that one learns in a religious studies program. Some potential employers include:
- Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs) such as Amnesty International and Oxfam
- Federal government agencies with an international focus such as Peace Corps, USAID, and the State Department
- United Nations
- Private voluntary organizations
- Think tanks