Welcome To The Political Science Career Community!

Here you will find career-related information such as blogs, jobs, resources, courses, and events specific to Political Science topics to help you embrace your career and academic journey. You can explore SNHU’s Online Campus career resources all in one central space! You can search this page to find the information you need to make more meaningful and informed career decisions as you navigate your unique career goals! 

What Can I Do With My Degree? Political Science

Step into the dynamic world of political science, where the study of governments, policies, and the intricate workings of political systems forms the foundation of your career journey. As a professional in political science, you become a crucial participant in shaping the course of societies, influencing policies, and contributing to the understanding of global governance. Whether you are an experienced political analyst seeking new challenges or an enthusiastic individual eager to explore the complexities of political structures, this field offers a multitude of opportunities. From research and policy analysis to diplomatic roles and political strategy, the political science industry empowers you to engage with the pressing issues that define our world. Join the ranks of those dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge, critical thinking, and the advancement of democratic principles. Welcome to the forefront of political science, where your passion for understanding and influencing political dynamics finds a meaningful and impactful outlet. Your journey towards a career that shapes the future of governance begins here.

Political Science students often focus on specific career-areas when exploring options, including:

  • Government, Law, or Non-Profit
  • Business and Financial Services
  • Journalism
  • Graduate School
  • Consulting
  • Communications, Marketing, and Media
  • Education and Training

Career Paths To Explore

  • Non-Profit Program Coordinators: Perform administrative and operations management tasks for nonprofit organizations, like charities or social service organizations. Learn More
  • Legislative Assistants: Write, edit and research evidence for bills, proposals and other legislation. Learn More
  • Social Media Manager: Writes posts, plans content campaigns and communicates with a company or organization’s audience using a variety of social media platforms. Learn More
  • Journalist: Writes articles, reports and op-eds for a variety of publications, including newspapers, magazines and websites. Learn More

  • Campaign Manager: Manages all operations of a political campaign and collaborates with the candidate on goals and strategies. Learn More
  • News Producer: Collects video and audio segments, construct story segments and organize the content of a whole news broadcast. Learn More
  • Urban Planner: Designs the layout of developed and undeveloped areas of towns, cities and countries. Learn More
  • Professor: Teaches courses in their academic discipline at a college or university. Learn More
  • Research Analyst: Organizes, visualizes and interprets large, complex data sets to make valuable insights. Learn More

  • Director of Communications: Leads the internal and external communications efforts of an organization. Learn More
  • Policy Analyst: Review public policy documents and study the impacts on government operations and other societal functions. Learn More
  • Director of Public Relations: In charge of the public relations and external communications efforts of an organization. Learn More
  • Attorney: A lawyer who represents individuals and organizations in the court of law. Learn More
  • Political Affairs Officer: In charge of monitoring a region’s cultural and political climates to provide intelligence to their employing nation’s government. Learn More
  • Economist: Collects and analyzes data to find trends and develop economic forecasts to help organizations make well-informed decisions. Learn More
  • Regulatory Affairs Manager: These professionals monitor all aspects of an organization’s processes to ensure they are compliant with local, state and federal regulations. Learn More

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