Careers in Political Science

Political science majors gain the writing, communication, analytical, and data skills that are valued in a wide spectrum of potential careers.

To learn more about possible career options for undergraduate and graduate students in political science, as well as for political science PhDs, see the following APSA resources:

Career Resources for Undergraduates

• Political Science: An Ideal Liberal Arts Major
• Potential Career Sectors
• Tips for Choosing to Study Political Science
• Internship Resources

Career Resources for Graduate Students and Political Science PhDs

• Job Candidate Questions for the Academic Job Market 
• Exploring Applied Career Options for PhDs
• Career Path Profiles of Political Science PhDs
• Best Practices For Interviewing

Other Career Resources

• APSA Publications
• Online Career Resources