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Government
- Public Policy
- Research
- Regional Planning
- City or Town Management
- Intelligence
- Foreign Service
- Law Enforcement
- Legislative, Executive, or Judicial Services
- Program Administration
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Federal, state, and local government
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- Complete an internship in government or related area.
- Serve in model United Nations.
- Become involved in student government.
- Participate in cross-cultural groups and organizations.
- Write for campus publications focused on national and international affairs.
- Develop skills in computers, statistics, and data analysis.
- Acquire foreign language competency and travel experience for international positions.
- Supplement curriculum with business courses.
- Earn a graduate degree in political science or public administration for advancement.
- Volunteer with the staff of a government official.
- Participate in local or national campaigns.
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Law
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- Law firms
- Corporations
- Federal, state, and local government
- Private practice
- Special interest groups
- Universities
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- Develop excellent research, writing, analysis, and communication skills.
- Plan to attend law school and earn a law degree.
- Obtain specialized certification for paralegal positions.
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Politics
- Elected or Appointed Leadership
- Campaign Management
- Staff Administration
- Special Interest Advocacy
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- Legislative, executive, or judicial officials
- National, state, or local government
- Political action committees
- Special interest groups
- Political parties
- Campaigns (national, state, or local)
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- Volunteer for national or local campaigns.
- Gain experience through internships in government.
- Obtain leadership roles in campus organizations.
- Seek leadership roles on the regional or national level.
- Become involved in campus political organizations, student government, campus publications, or community service projects.
- Take courses in statistics, computer science, environmental protection, or public policy.
- Develop a network of personal contacts.
- Be prepared to begin a political career as a volunteer before moving to full-time or paid positions.
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Nonprofit
- Administration
- Management
- Public Relations
- Fund Raising
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- Nonprofit organizations
- Foundations
- Professional associations
- Special interest groups
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- Gain experience through volunteering or completing an internship.
- Supplement curriculum with courses in business, psychology, sociology, or social work.
- Obtain leadership roles in campus organizations.
- Develop strong written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrate knowledge and experience in a specialty area (e.g., public health, environment, urban issues).
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Business
- Sales
- Human Resources
- Management
- Advertising
- Public Relations
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- Product and service organizations
- Retail stores
- Hotels
- Restaurants
- Manufacturers
- Financial companies
- Insurance companies
- Print and electronic media
- Other business corporations
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- Develop strong analytical, verbal, writing, and computer skills.
- Acquire a business minor or add business as a double major.
- Gain experience in an area of interest through internships or other employment.
- Obtain leadership roles in campus organizations.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
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Journalism
- Editing
- Reporting
- Circulation
- Sales
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- Newspapers (national, local, or trade)
- Wire services
- Magazines
- internet sites
- Large corporations
- Political parties
- Political action committees
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- Obtain summer or part-time work experience with a newspaper or magazine.
- Complete an internship in journalism.
- Choose writing intensive coursework.
- Become proficient in desktop publishing and photography.
- Develop excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Join the college newspaper, yearbook, or other publication staff.
- Become a student member of professional associations.
- Create a portfolio of published writing samples.
- Obtain experience in and knowledge of a specialty area of interest.
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Broadcasting
- News Programming
- Production
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- Television stations (network, cable, or public)
- Radio stations (regional or national)
- Independent syndications
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- Complete an internship in radio or television.
- Experience in government or political affairs is usually required for specialized reporting positions.
- Volunteer with public or campus media.
- Develop strong reporting, writing, and debating skills.
- Cultivate an attractive and appealing appearance.
- Volunteer to announce local or campus sporting events.
- Become involved in drama (i.e., direct, act, or work with technical crew).
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Education
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- Public schools
- Private schools
- Colleges and universities
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- Obtain appropriate state teacher certification for public school opportunities.
- Gain certification in more than one subject for greater marketability.
- Earn a Ph.D. for college teaching or research positions.
- Volunteer with community or church youth programs to gain experience working with children and adolescents.
- Become involved in student organizations, debate, publications, government, and athletics.
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