Students who major in political science develop skills that are valued by employers. These skills include: research, analysis, writing, oral presentation, critical thinking, synthesis, and problem solving. Students and alumni may find employment in business, government, nonprofits, social services, and educational institutions depending on their skills and experience. Internships or relevant part-time jobs may be a prerequisite to finding employment.
The following list of employers and job titles was derived from Advising & Career Services' jobs database where the employer specifically requested political science majors. This list does not reflect all potential places of employment or kinds of jobs for political science majors. This list does not reflect current openings.