Degree in political science: what do people do with em?

Question

what different jobs could I get with them?

Answer 1

political analyst, pollster, government official, law school, or you could always teach

Answer 2

Those are all good answers, but I didn't do any of the above. Instead, I consider it a degree in being able to research, read, write and learn, and also to read the news and get information about the world. I went to work with non-profit organizations to improve the world, and it's been very fulfilling. I don't use my degree directly, but I apply the skills I learned every day.

Answer 3

I agree with the answers above about available vocations. However, have you considered other fields? I look in the local newspapers and I see job that just read, "Requires degree in any discipline." So you could use those as well if you feel that the job description suits you.

Answer 4

Some Poli sci grads go into teaching. Other may choose a career in the legal field or becoming a political analyst or a diplomat.

Answer 5

This was my dilemma, too. You can teach, get a graduate degree, go into politics, join the Peace Corps or work for the United Nations.

Answer 6

I recieved my degree in History. From there I went on to get my master's in special education. I agree with previous answer, but you can also look into education. Your only other option is to get an entry level position somewhere and work your way through and find out what kind of education you need to advance. Hope this helps.

Answer 7

The study of politics can provide a useful preparation for work in government organizations of all kinds (administrative and research positions); educational institutions (schools, colleges, and universities); political organizations (parties, movements, groups); nongovernmental organizations such as lobby groups or community structures; the media; and, international organizations. It provides a good foundation for further study in law, community planning, urban studies, environmental studies, and other areas.

Examples of jobs are: researcher for your state or local government or for a private company, reporter ,lobbyist for a political group,teacher, a public relations worker for a government offficial, consulting analyst,political talk show host,political strategist for a polticial party and ,pollster.
Other jobs include:
Activist, Advocate/Organizer,Administration in the Corporate, Government or Non-Profit sector,Archivist, Online Political Data
Budget Examiner or Analyst,Attorney,Banking Analyst or Executive,Campaign Operative,Career Counselor
CIA Analyst or Agent,City Planner,City Housing Administrator,
Coordinator of Federal,provincial or State Aid,Communications Director,Corporate Analyst,Corporate Public Affairs Advisor,
Corporate Economist,Corporate Manager,Corporate Information Analyst,Corporate Adviser for Govt'l. Relations,Corporate Executive,Corporation Legislative Issues Manager,Customs Officer,Editor, Online Political Journal,Entrepreneur,Federal Government Analyst,Financial Consultant,Foreign Service Officer
Foundation President,Free-lance writer,High School Government Teacher,Immigration Officer,Information Manager,Intelligence Officer,International Agency Officer,International Research Specialist,Issues Analyst, Corporate Social Policy Div.
Journalist,Juvenile Justice Specialist,Labor Relations Specialist
Legislative Analyst / Coordinator,Management Analyst,Mediator,
Plans and Review Officer,Public Affairs Research Analyst
Public Opinion Analyst,Publisher,Research Analyst, Legislator
Survey Analyst,Systems Analyst,University Administrator, and Policy Planner.
With advanced degrees in political science you can become a professor at a university, or a leader of a private research company.

Answer 8

You could be a lobbyist, political consultant, or a spokesperson. I think there are plenty of opportunities. Just have to look....