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Political Science Dept. Home Page
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A career in Political Science trains
students to be observers of political behavior in our own country and
around the world. Use your time at Bethel to observe politics on your
own campus. Become involved in multiple leadership opportunities, find
a mentor, and ask questions.
What is Your Focus?
Here's how to build skills as a Bethel student that will prepare
you to compete for some of the most popular political science jobs today.
Government
Job Titles: Policy Evaluator, Personnel Officer, Public Information Coordinator, City Manager, Public Opinion Expert, Customs Investigator, Intelligence Specialist
Potential Employers: Government Agencies
Strategies:
- Pursue graduate degree programs
- Develop competency in one or more foreign languages
- Obtain internships in government agencies
- Join campus or local political organizations
- Become familiar with government hiring procedures
- Develop ability to work independently and in groups
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Business
Job Titles: Advertising, Management, Sales & Circulation, Marketing, Purchasing
Potential Employers: Corporations, Non-Profit Organizations, Government Agencies
Strategies:
- Consider a double major or minor in business
- Secure internships in political and/or business settings
- Gain an understanding of political environments in business
- Develop strong oral, and written communication skills
- Demonstrate ability to work independently and in groups
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Law & Politics
Job Titles: Politician, Campaign Planner, Lawyer, Legislative Aid
Potential Employers: Political Campaigns, Government Agencies
Strategies:
- Pursue graduate law programs
- Obtain paralegal training
- Obtain internships with law firms / public advocacy groups
- Gain experience with oral and written persuasion
- Serve internships with government agencies or officials
- Join student or local political organizations
- Participate in political campaigning; volunteer with public interest groups
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Journalism
Job Titles: Historical Journalist, Technical Writer
Potential Employers: Educational Institutions, Non-Profit Organizations, Corporations, Newpapers and Periodicals, Publishig Companies
Strategies:
- Consider a double major or minor in media fields
- Gain experience working with Bethel radio and print media
- Pursue internships with local media industries
- Keep up-to-date on current events and hot topics
- Learn about current trends and hot topics in politics/history
- Pursue graduate degree
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Education
Job Titles: Political Science Teacher, Professor
Potential Employers: Educational Institutions
Strategies:
- Pursue graduate degree programs for best opportunities
- Obtain teaching certification in your state
- Volunteer with age group of choice
- Seek part-time and summer employment in educational settings
- Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills
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Political Science Employment Web Sites
General Career Exploration Website - http://online.onetcenter.org Spotlight on Careers Website - www.spotlightoncareers.org
For current employment
websites, type keywords such as "political science employment" in an online search engine.
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Professional Associations
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Need More Information?
For more information or assistance with an internship, graduate
school or the job search process, please set up an appointment with one of the
Counselors in the Office of Career Services by calling 651.638.6460 or stopping
by CC322.
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Adapted From:
http://www2.gasou.edu/sta/career
http://careers.wcu.edu/majors