Also called: International Correspondent
Reports from other countries on wars, politics, and world events.
A foreign correspondent might drive to a border crossing with a translator, interview refugees, and file a live report by satellite phone, all while staying safe.
Approximate; staff correspondents at major networks and papers earn well; freelancers earn far less.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Journalism or international relations degree; foreign languages; years as a reporter.
Ways in: 4-year college, On-the-job training. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Journalism, International Relations, Foreign Languages.
Shrinking. Fewer foreign bureaus than in past decades.
Low risk for 10 years. AI translation helps, but reporting in person from other countries, often in danger, stays human.
Classes: Foreign language, AP World History, Journalism, Geography.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-3023.
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