Career questions tagged politics
How do I find a job post-grad in the political science sector ?
I just recently graduated from UCSB with a political science degree and I am very interested in international relations and community development, but I have no idea where to start, and it seems like the job market is scary. I would like to work for the government, but am considering going to law school as well. I have acquired relatively decent experience throughout undergrad: - I graduated with a 3.7 gpa from UCSB - I worked on a community development research project as a research assistant - I interned for a non profit organization in a position focused around community development and outreach - held a position in my sorority for a year Any tips/tricks/advice on how or where to look for a job?
How did you first get involved with foreign relations work while in college?
I am planning on being an International Lawyer, but I am unsure of how to get involved with related internships or organizations as an undergraduate that will teach me skills needed in the future.
How does one become active in politics at the national level as a politician?
I am moderate and would like to get my ideas out there. I feel a job as a political representative would be best for me. I don't know how to get there.
What careers are available to me as a Political Science major looking to work at a business firm?
I am a political science major looking to enter the consulting profession but I do not know a lot of people who are consultants or majored in the same thing I did. I would like to receive guidance and come up with a career path to enter the business world as a non-business major.
How do I gain experience relevant to a BA in Political Science?
I just graduated and I have no idea what to do career-wise or where to start for jobs.
What is to be done when you have issues with your boss at work Might be personal issues or issues due to misunderstanding?
What is to be done when you have issues with your boss at work? Might be personal issues or issues due to misunderstanding
How to become President?
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What subjects should I focus on For a carrier in political science ?
I want to be a political analyst when I grow up.
Will getting my GED hold me back in Politics?
I'm currently in the Job Crops program. After I plan to do 2 years of community college and then transfer to a Univerity for my Political Science degree. Then I want to pursue politics. My question is will getting my GED at Job Crops instead of my diploma hold me back in politics? Currently to qualify for my Diploma I have to get my GED so is it really worth doing both?
Advice to get involved in politics ?
As a high school freshman student what would be the best advice to get in politics like volunteering, and internships in Ohio? How to go about doing that?
If I want to be an international lawyer, what internships should I apply for?
I'm a high school student who loves public speaking and world events and would like to eventually be a Supranatural lawyer.
How possible is it to get into a job as a politician or a Political Scientist, and what are some of the requirements?
How long does it generally take to find a job as a Political Scientist or a Politician? What kind of education should I try to get to properly prepare me for either career? How competitive is the job market for these careers?
What are the best fields of law to go into for someone who enjoys politics, but also enjoys studying criminal cases?
However, the idea of defending a criminal does not sit right with me, and having a criminal get out of jail come after me for prosecuting them is also nerve wracking.
What is the best job for a political science major focusing on public policy and management ?
What is the best master's degree to add to my major for a good-paying job?
How can one find good political science/policy internships as a high school student?
I’ve been wanting to do an internship related to policy for a while, but it’s been hard to find internships for high school students. Any tips?
How do you enter politics?
I am 8th grader from Arizona who is interested in politics, I want to know how enter? Is college worth it for a political career?
What internships are available remotely for high school juniors who would want to major in political science and business administration?
Eventually, I would like to go to law school to become a corporate lawyer. I am trying to niche down my internships to fit either business or political science.
How important is your major in the Non-Profit sector?
I'm trying to decide on my major, I am between Public Relations, Political Science, and Anthropology. I would like to work on the political end of Non-Profits.
What would you advise a college senior applying for a Master's or PhD in International Relations immediately after undergrad Is it better to work first? If yes, what jobs in the international relations field pay decently? Personally, I am interested in global politics (especially with a focus on Sub-Saharan Africa), foreign policy, research, and diplomacy.
I am rising senior majoring in International Relations with a minor in Economics. I've been thinking about the Think Tank world because I like doing research but I also like the idea of the foreign service (I still struggle with learning French). I would love to do diplomatic work, maybe more in the political side of things. Sorry if this is all over the place.
What is the best way to get involved with politics at a young age?
I am interested in a career in politics eventually.
Where are the best places to find internships related to law, government, or public service as a high school student and how can you make yourself stand out?
I am interested in studying political science, public policy, and international relations. I have done fellowships and internships related to politics locally, but I want to expand. I am not sure where to look.
how do I become a politician? how do I sign up for the CIA?
yes I'm only 14 but I've always wanted to work for the USA in the government system coming from me who's a Latina with immigrant parents I want to succeed in life I want to work as an undercover agent but what first steps should I take? what highschool classes should I take and how do I start from a young age?
What HBCU'S would be recommended for girls interested in majoring in Political Science?
I'm interested in majoring in Political Science and minoring in business for my bachelor's degree. I'm officially at senior so I need to start figuring out what college I'm going to.
How do you get a policy job in DC?
I want to major in Political Science, and I have been thinking about going to law school. However, I don't necessarily want to do law but instead I want to do policy. I don't really want to do state politics but instead I want to do national politics. So, who should I try to internship with or types of programs I should join? What jobs should I look into? Any advice?
What are some possible career avenues if I am interested in both computer science and public policy??
I've been passionate about both CS and policy for some time, and would like to eventually choose a career that allows me to work in both fields. Are there any careers or college majors that fit both these criteria, which will allow me to pursue both fields? Thanks!
What is the best way to get a job on capitol hill post-grad?
i'm a graduating senior who has had an internship on capitol hill Note: this question was asked anonymously by a student
How do I pick what to do in college and with the rest of my life?
I am starting my senior year of high school in the fall and I've been thinking about what I want to do in the future. I really love film and I've been interested in becoming a director or cinematographer, however, I've been told that they aren't practical enough. The alternative is international law and political science because I guess those are things I could settle for. How do I pick what to do?
If I have two very different career paths in mind, how should I find a way to choose between them? Should I try to balance them even though it's unrealistic?
I have two very different career paths in mind. I'd like to be an intelligence officer or a THINKTANK, but I also want to pursue a job in the film industry. I have knacks for both political science and acting/direction. I'm not sure what to do, because choosing one would most likely mean not getting to do the other. What should I do? How should I choose?