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POLITICAL SCIENCEWhat is Political Science?“Political science is an academic and research discipline that deals with the theory and practiceof politics and the description and analysis of political systems and political behavior.” litical.html )“Conflict, rights, the environment, terrorism and globalization are just a few of the most pressingissues confronting our world today. Political science students at Albright College explore theseissues and more through courses, internships and in a range of extracurricular experiences. Wecover such areas as pre-law, U.S. government on all levels and international politics. We givestudents the skills they need to be successful in law, public service, business, the nonprofitworld, diplomacy and many other areas in their careers and as active, engaged citizens in the 21stcentury.” (from .html)What are the career opportunities for a Political Science major? (Some may requireeducation beyond bachelor’s degree)Federal GovernmentState and Local GovernmentCivilian Consultant to Assistant Secretary of State for Deputy Undersecretary of Officer, FBISecretary, Department of Teacher, Overseas School for Program AnalystManagement AuditorTax InspectorResearcherForeign Service Officer/SpecialistAmbassadorArchivistBudget AnalystHistorianGAO EvaluatorPublic Affairs SpecialistIntelligence Specialist, CIAStaff Aid, Congressional CommitteeInformation Technology ManagerCounty TreasurerAdvisorCounty Council MemberChief of StaffDeputy SecretaryAssistant Chief of PoliceProgram DirectorLegislative Coordinator, Mayor’s OfficeState Personnel OfficerJuvenile Justice SpecialistState Chief Purchasing OfficerCity PlannerLabor Relations SpecialistCity Project CoordinatorSenior CriminologistAssistant Budget ExaminerCity Housing AdministratorCity’s Coordinator of Supervisor, State Department of
Nonprofit OrganizationsCampaigns and PollingDirector, Nonprofit AgencyField Officer, Human Rights CampaignPublic Relations SpecialistDirector, Fund RaisingResearch AnalystPolitical DirectorBudget AnalystProgram ManagerLobbyistCampaign Manager/ConsultantPolitical DirectorSurvey ResearcherPolitical ReporterPollsterFund RaiserDirector, Political Action CommitteePress Officer for CandidateIssue AnalystPolitical ConsultantLawJournalismParalegalDeputy Secretary to the GovernorResearch ConsultantAssistant Chief of PolicePublic Interest/Consumer AdvocateBroadcast/Newspaper ReporterPublic Policy AnalystState LegislatorMediatorJudgeCIA InspectorCriminologistCommissionerJuvenile Justice SpecialistLobbyistLabor Relations SpecialistAssistant Budget ExaminerPoliticianLabor Union OfficialAttorneyCorporate Legal CounselLaw ProfessorWriter/EditorProducer, Local Television NewsDirector of Corporate Public AffairsInformation ManagerTelevision ReporterPress OfficerPublic Affairs Research AnalystDirector of Surveys, Television NetworkEducationGovernment/Politics TeacherCurriculum Developer/SupervisorResearcherEducation ReporterCollege ProfessorStudent Affairs Administrator
InternationalPeace Corp VolunteerInternational BankerAnalyst, CIAInternational Research SpecialistForeign Service OfficerPress OfficerStrategic Planning SpecialistTranslatorInstructorDirector of International MarketingPolicy AnalystLobbyistField StaffAgent, International Bureau, FBIConsultant to Multinational CorporationsInternational CorrespondentHow do you get ready? (from http://career.utk.edu/students/majors.asp ) An undergraduate degree in political science is good preparation for graduate orprofessional study in areas such as psychology, law or business.Research the prerequisites of the area of interest and tailor program of study to meetcurricular and skill needs.Excellent verbal and written communication skills are imperative for most careers relatedto politics or government.Become familiar with the government application process for opportunities in federal,state or local government.For careers in politics, be prepared to volunteer extensively before being hired or electedas an employee or official. Begin by working with the campaign or official of choicewhile in college.Many elected public officials begin careers in other fields (law, medicine, business)before campaigning for office.Related Major SkillsOral & written cal thinkingResearch skillsLeadership abilitiesInteract with diverse populationsAble to develop & market ideasUnderstanding of community needsComputer literateTeam workerWork well under pressure
What about the future?“Political organizations, lobbying firms, and many nonprofit, labor, and social organizations relyon the knowledge of political scientists to manage complicated legal and regulatory issues andpolicies. Political scientists will be needed at research and policy organizations to focusspecifically on politics and political theory.”For specific job outlook information, refer to www.bls.gov/ooh .Available at Albright College Career Development Center’s Resource Library Great Jobs for Political Science Majors, by Mark RowhCareer Opportunities in Politics, Government and Activism, Joan Axelrod-ContradaCareer Opportunities in the Law and the Legal Industry, Susan Echaore-McDavidCareers for Born Leaders and Other Decisive Types, by Blythe CamensonCareers for Competitive Spirits and Other Peak Performers, by Jan GoldbergCareers for Courageous People and Other Adventurous Types, Jan GoldbergCareers for Good Samaritans and Other Humanitarian Types, by Marjorie Eberts andMargaret GislerCareers for Legal Eagles and Other Law-and-Order Types, by Blythe CamensonCareers for Patriotic Types and Others Who Want to Serve Their Country, by JanGoldbergCareers for Persuasive Types and Other Who Won’t Take No for an Answer, by JanGoldbergCareers for Talkative Types and Others with the Gift of Gab, by Marjorie Eberts andMargaret GislerCareers for Travel Buffs and Other Restless Types, by Paul PlawinCareers in International Affairs, Maria Pinto Carland and Lisa A. GihringOpportunities in Federal Government Careers, by Neale BaxterOpportunities in Law Careers, by Gary MunnekeOpportunities in Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Careers, by James StinchcombOpportunities in Nonprofit Organization Careers, by Adrian A. ParadisOpportunities in Overseas Careers, by Blythe CamensonOpportunities in Paralegal Careers, by Alice FinsOpportunities in State and Local Government Careers, by Neale BaxterDisclaimerLinks to Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsementby Albright College or the Experiential Learning and Career Development Center.Federal Government Job Search Links Federal Government Jobs, http://www.usajobs.gov/Government Departments and Agencies, https://www.usa.gov/federal-agencies/a
Nonprofit Organizations American Society of Association Executives, http://www.asaecenter.org/Corporation for National and Community Service, http://www.nationalservice.gov/Idealist http://www.idealist.orgCampaigns and Polling American Association of Political Consultants, http://www.theaapc.orgAmerican National Election Studies, http://www.electionstudies.org/American Presidency Project, http://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, http://www.dccc.orgDemocratic National Committee, http://www.democrats.orgRepublican National Committee, https://gop.com/Rock the Vote http://www.rockthevote.comLaw Related Links American Bar Association Career Corner, http://www.abanet.org/lsd/jobopp.htmlAssociation of American Law Schools, http://www.aals.org/FindLaw, http://careers.findlaw.comInternet Legal Research Group, http://www.ilrg.com/pre-law.htmlLawJobs, http://www.lawjobs.comNational Association for Law Placement, http://www.nalp.orgNational Bar Association, http://www.nationalbar.orgNational Federation of Paralegal Associations, http://www.paralegals.orgJournalism American Journalism Review, http://www.ajr.orgAssociation for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication,http://www.aejmc.orgBroadcast Education Association, http://www.beaweb.orgJournalismJobs, http://www.journalismjobs.comInternational Foreign Policy Association, http://www.fpa.orgGlobal Service Corps, http://www.globalservicecorps.orgRotary International, http://www.rotary.org/foundationThe Peace Corps, http://www.peacecorps.govUnion of International Associations, http://www.uia.orgUnited Nations, http://www.un.org/english/
Education Academic360, http://www.academic360.comAmerican Education Research Association, http://www.aera.netAmerican Federation of Teachers, http://www.aft.orgAmerican Political Science Association, http://www.apsanet.org/Center for Civic Education, http://www.civiced.orgChronicle of Higher Education, https://chroniclevitae.com/job search/newHigherEdJobs, http://www.higheredjobs.comConstitutional Rights Foundation, http://www.crf-usa.orgNational Association of Independent Schools, http://www.nais.orgNational Association of State Boards of Education, http://www.nasbe.orgNational Center on Education and the Economy, http://www.ncee.org/World Teach, http://www.worldteach.orgPublic Policy Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, http://www.cbpp.org/Global Policy Forum, http://www.globalpolicy.org/Miscellaneous Links 7/17Political Science Quarterly, http://www.psqonline.orgOpportunities in Public Affairs, www.opajobs.comCentral Intelligence Agency Internships, ndex.htmlUnited Nations Internships, https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype ipPennsylvania Legislative Correspondents’ ternshipCommonwealth Foundation, nternshipsPA House Fellowship, 2.cfm
Program Manager Lobbyist Campaigns and Polling Campaign Manager/Consultant Political Director Survey Researcher Political Reporter Pollster Fund Raiser Director, Political Action Committee Press Officer for Candidate Issue Analyst Political Consultant Law Paralegal Deputy Secretary to t
