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What can I do with... a major in Political Science?


Special attributes of this major that will make me a valuable addition to any prospective employer.

  • Superior interpersonal, analysis, research, critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills.
  • Insight into the political system.
  • Expansive knowledge for application to public policy and activism.
  • Capability to analyze and propose alternatives/solutions to bureaucratic budgets, public policy, and political processes.
  • Ability to use events of the past to provide historical perspective when dealing with current societal problems.

Possible Careers / Job Titles
  • Affirmative Action Officer
  • Applied Statistician
  • Archivist
  • Campaign Worker
  • City Planning Aide
  • Commentator
  • Community Organization Worker
  • Congressional Aide
  • Consulate Worker
  • Consumer Advocate
  • Curator
  • Diplomatic Aide
  • Economic Development Analyst
  • Eligibility Worker
  • Equal Opportunity Representative
  • FBI / CIA Agent
  • Foreign Correspondent
  • Foreign Service Officer
  • Fundraiser
  • Historian
  • Historic Preservation Specialist
  • Historic Site Administrator
  • Human Resources Specialist
  • Labor Relations Specialist
  • Lawyer
  • Legislative Advocate
  • Lobbyist
  • Management Trainee
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Newswriter
  • Parole / Probation Officer
  • Politician
  • Pollster
  • Professor
  • Public Advocate
  • Public Housing Representative
  • Public Policy Analyst
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • Reporter
  • Social Service Aide
  • Speech Writer
  • Teacher
  • Tour Guide

    Please be advised that although this major will prepare you for the careers listed above, many will require advanced education and training. Please research the careers/job titles that interest you so that you are aware of the requirements to enter the field.

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    This page last modified on May 1, 2007.
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