Careers in Political Science
Career Options for Political Science Graduates
In light of the reality that today's college graduates are likely to have five careers (not just five jobs), and that many specific job skills are learned in the early period of one's employment, Political Science majors are well prepared to face this changing world of employment. Many employers look to Political Science majors because of their skills in comparative and critical reasoning, analysis and writing. As a result, Political Science majors are ideally suited to working not only within traditional employment opportunities such as government offices and agencies, educational institutions, think-tanks, nongovernmental and not-for-profit organizations, media sources and law offices, but also in a wide range of other, new areas. For example, recent Political Science graduates have found employment in such areas as travel and tourism and information technology/management as well as in domestic and international business firms. For additional information on careers in Political Science, browse this link. If you have questions about employment opportunities for Political Science majors or about how Political Science can shape your particular interests into a sound career path, please feel free to talk to any of the Political Science faculty.