What can I do with a Political Science degree?
According to the American Political Science Association (APSA), a bachelor's degree in political science can lead to exciting careers in federal, state and local governments; law; business; international organizations; nonprofit associations and organizations; campaign management and polling; journalism; precollegiate education; electoral politics; research and university and college teaching.
Political science majors gain analytical skills, administrative competence and communication abilities that are valued in a wide spectrum of potential career areas.
Common Employers for Political Science Graduates
- Colleges & Universities
- Media Organizations
- Research Organizations
- Polling Organizations
- Think Tanks
- Special Interest Groups
- Consulting Firms
- Embassies
- Environmental Organizations
- CIA
- FBI
- State & Local Government Agencies
- International Agencies
- Campaign Organizations
- Labor Unions
- Law Firms
- Magazine Publishing Companies
- Network/Cable/Public Broadcasting Stations
- Corporations
- Courts
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Political Interest Groups
- Radio Stations and Lobbying Firms.
Career Ideas for Political Science Majors:
Politics
- Campaign Manager
- Special Interest Advocacy
- Lobbyist
- Press Secretary
- Speech Writer
- Legislative or Congressional Aide
- Activist
- Public Opinion Analyst
- Pollster
- Elected or Appointed Positions at Local/State/National level
Law
- Attorney
- Judicial Clerk
- Private Practice
- Paralegal
- Civil Rights Advocate
- Consumer Advocate
- Corporate Legal Counsel
- Judge/Mediator
- Juvenile Justice Specialist
Government
- Public Policy Specialist
- Embassy Employee
- Urban Policy Planner
- Healthcare Policy
- Foreign Service Officer
- FBI/CIA Analyst or Agent
- Law Enforcement Officer
- Foreign Intelligence
- Customs/Immigration Officer
- Legislative/ Executive/ Judicial Services
- Peace Corps Officer
- International Research Specialist
- Adviser for Governmental Relations
- Labor Relations Specialist
- Public Affairs Adviser
- Archives/Records Management
Non-Profit
- Administration/Management
- Public Relations Specialist
- Research
- Fund Raising
Media
- Journalist/Author
- Communications Director
- Political Commentator
- Editor of Political Journal
Education
- High School Government Teacher
- University Professor
- University Administrator
Job Opportunity Links
American Political Science Association's Careers in Political Science Resource Page
US House of Representatives Jobs
Opportunities in Public Affairs Job Resources
For more information, check out www.apsanet.org