What Can I Do With a Major in Political Science?
With a Political Science Major, you'll learn the ins and outs of American politics and government.
When you major in Political Science at Flagler College, you'll confront and reflect on some of the enduring questions and struggles surrounding political life. You'll also gain an understanding of the institutions and nature of American politics.
The Political Science Major highlights the increasingly international aspect of politics, which is unavoidable in the 21st century.
Sources: Rutgers University, Ashland University
Career Options, Employers, and Transferable Skills
Career Options, Employers, and Transferable Skills
*Some may require further education or specialization.
Anthropologist
Banker/Financier
Campaign Worker
Chamber of Commerce Manager
Community Relations Director
Congressional Aide
Consumer Advocate
Diplomat
Editor
Foreign Correspondent
Foreign Service Officer
Geographer
Government Intelligence Analyst
Government Worker
Hospital Administrator
International Banker
International Organization Official
International Trade Specialist
Judge
Labor Relations Specialist
Lawyer
Lobbyist
Market Research Analyst
Military Officer
Newspaper/Magazine Journalist
Peace Corps/VISTA Worker
Penologist
Political Consultant
Political Scientist
Politician
Presidential Advance man
Probation/Parole Officer
Public Administrator/Manager
Public Health Official
Public Opinion Interviewer
Public Recreation Director
Public Relations Specialist
Radio/TV Announcer
Researcher
School Administrator
Survey Worker
Teacher, Social Studies
Technical Writer
Urban/Regional Planner
Writer/Author
Private & Non-Profit Organizations
Advertising Agencies
Archives
Banks
Book/Magazine Publishing Companies
Civic Organizations
Collection Agencies
Community Arts Centers
Community Organizations
Consulting Firms
Cultural Organizations
Education Institutions
Foundations
Historic Sites/Historical Societies
Insurance Companies
Labor Unions
Law Firms
Libraries
Museums
Newspapers
Political Organizations
Professional Associations
Public Interest Groups
Public Relations Firms
Radio/TV Companies
Research Firms
Government Agencies
Department of Commerce
Department of Justice
Department of State
Drug Enforcement Administration
FBI/CIA
Federal/State Congressional Offices
General Accounting Office
National Archives and Records Administration
National Endowment for the Humanities
National Park Service
Peace Corps/AmeriCorp
Political Parties
Smithsonian Institution
US Customs Service
US Information Agency
General Skills
Conducts and explains scientific research clearly
Communicates ideas to others
Focuses on the structure and function of the government and the necessity for human social order
Problem-Solving Skills
Thinks analytically
Evaluates problems and makes appropriate decisions
Analyzes concepts, definitions, arguments, and complex problems
Organizes ideas, deals with questions of value, and extracts essential information
Distinguishes differences between views and discovers common ground
Persuasive Skills
Constructs clear formulations, good arguments, and examples
Builds and defends views and appreciates completing positions
Persuades people and adapts to change
Communication Skills
Speaks articulately
Presents ideas through well-constructed, systematic arguments
Expresses a distinctive view and explains difficult material
Eliminates ambiguities and vagueness in communication
Constructs useful analogies
Writes interpretively, argumentative, and descriptively
Develops structure and technique while anchoring generalizations
Research Skills
Reads comprehensively
Organizes and interprets social, economic, and political data
Summarizes complicated materials
Other Useful Things
Time management and organizational skills
Goal setting and attainment skills
Flexibility
Experiential Learning
- Assisting with registration at a National Party Convention
- Working on a campaign to elect a state politician
- Serving as a page in Congress
- Becoming a research assistant for a professor
- Working for a lobbying organization
- Researching political issues/campaigns for a national library/museum
Professional Associations
- American Academy of Political and Social Science,
aapss.org - Political Science Quarterly,
psqonline.org - International Political Science Association,
ipsa.org - The American Political Science Association,
apsanet.org - National Endowment for Democracy,
ned.org
Enhancing Your Employability
Here are some ways to improve your job prospects:
- Join relevant student organizations to develop leadership skills.
- Participate in internships and field experience placements.
- Participate in a study abroad trip.
- Become active in alumni and mentor networks.
- Plan on a graduate degree for advancement.
- Take part in mock interview opportunities.
Contact Us
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