Political Science and International Relations Alumni
Current Status
- Employed: 44%
- Furthering education: 36.2%
- Full-time service: 2.8%
- Military: 4.3%
- Seeking employment: 10.6%
- Not Seeking employment: 2.1%
First Job Offer
80.5% of 2022–25 respondents received their first full-time job offer within three months of graduating.
- Before graduating: 43.9%
- Within 3 months: 36.6%
- 4-6 months: 19.5%
- More than 6 months: 0%
Political Science and International Relations Alumni
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Pre-Law
Students considering law school often choose to major or minor in Political Science or International Relations. Our department offers a variety of courses that can help you prepare for law school and beyond. These include a broad range of law-related courses, such as constitutional law, international law, criminal law and politics, environmental law and policy, and our law and public policy capstone.
Pre-Health Advising
Students from any major can pursue a career in the health sciences. To assist students in preparing for health professional schools, the College of Arts and Sciences offers a Pre-Health Advising Office for students regardless of their major.
The Pre-Health Advising Office can help you understand the professional school application process and work with you to design a course of study to prepare you for your chosen health career path.
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CAS - International Relations
Employer: California State Senate
Expires: 08/10/2026
CALIFORNIA STATE SENATEJOB ANNOUNCEMENTDISTRICT OFFICE VOLUNTEER INTERNOFFICE OF SENATOR STEVE PADILLA(CHULA VISTA, CA) Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced internship opportunity to learn in an environment with staff who are actively working on critical legislation to improve California, address issues in our communities, and meet the needs of all Californians? Consider the California State Senate and be part of an organization that serves to strengthen the State through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you [...]
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CALIFORNIA STATE SENATEJOB ANNOUNCEMENTDISTRICT OFFICE VOLUNTEER INTERNOFFICE OF SENATOR STEVE PADILLA(CHULA VISTA, CA) Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced internship opportunity to learn in an environment with staff who are actively working on critical legislation to improve California, address issues in our communities, and meet the needs of all Californians? Consider the California State Senate and be part of an organization that serves to strengthen the State through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you [...]
Employer: The Institute of World Politics
Expires: 08/14/2026
The Institute of World Politics offers the Events and Communications Internship, a competitive opportunity for students seeking early, hands-on experience in event planning, public affairs, and institutional communications.Participants gain direct exposure to high-level academic and policy events while developing practical skills in communications, outreach, and organizational management. This internship is designed to strengthen professional readiness in the fields of international affairs, national security, and public diplomacy.MissionThe Institute of World Politics is a graduate school of national security, intelligence, and international affairs, dedicated to developing leaders with [...]
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The Institute of World Politics offers the Events and Communications Internship, a competitive opportunity for students seeking early, hands-on experience in event planning, public affairs, and institutional communications.Participants gain direct exposure to high-level academic and policy events while developing practical skills in communications, outreach, and organizational management. This internship is designed to strengthen professional readiness in the fields of international affairs, national security, and public diplomacy.MissionThe Institute of World Politics is a graduate school of national security, intelligence, and international affairs, dedicated to developing leaders with [...]
Employer: The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation
Expires: 08/14/2026
Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & InstituteThe Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute (RRPFI) is the sole nonprofit organization created by President Reagan charged with advancing his legacy and principles – individual liberty, economic opportunity, freedom and democracy, peace through strength, and national pride. A globally recognized nonpartisan organization based in Simi Valley, CA, with a leading policy institute in Washington, DC, RRPFI delivers impactful public affairs programming, policy convenings and projects of national and international significance, scholarly initiatives, and distinctive educational programming shaping the perspectives of [...]
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Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & InstituteThe Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute (RRPFI) is the sole nonprofit organization created by President Reagan charged with advancing his legacy and principles – individual liberty, economic opportunity, freedom and democracy, peace through strength, and national pride. A globally recognized nonpartisan organization based in Simi Valley, CA, with a leading policy institute in Washington, DC, RRPFI delivers impactful public affairs programming, policy convenings and projects of national and international significance, scholarly initiatives, and distinctive educational programming shaping the perspectives of [...]
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CAS - Political Science
Employer: Thaddeus Resource Center
Expires: 08/06/2026
Job descriptionPsychology Intern (Hybrid) About Us: We empower girls and women to move from hopeless to hopeful! The Thaddeus Resource Center is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to restore HOPE, inspire GROWTH, and EMPOWER girls and women through mental health, education, life skill development, workforce training, and other supportive services. We pride ourselves in having established an empowering and compassionate culture that promotes open communication and collaboration through our values of Empowerment, Commitment, Hope, Compassion, Community, and Grace. If you are looking for a HANDS-ON experience where [...]
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Job descriptionPsychology Intern (Hybrid) About Us: We empower girls and women to move from hopeless to hopeful! The Thaddeus Resource Center is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to restore HOPE, inspire GROWTH, and EMPOWER girls and women through mental health, education, life skill development, workforce training, and other supportive services. We pride ourselves in having established an empowering and compassionate culture that promotes open communication and collaboration through our values of Empowerment, Commitment, Hope, Compassion, Community, and Grace. If you are looking for a HANDS-ON experience where [...]
Employer: Northwestern Mutual - Cincinnati & Dayton, Ohio
Expires: 08/09/2026
Our fall internship starts in September and runs through December. Typical hours are between 10-15 hours/week and are based around your academic and extracuriccular calendars. Only accepting graduating seniors - '26 or Spring '27.Why intern with Northwestern Mutual:Hands-on financial planning experience, modeled directly after our Full-Time Role.Flexibility to pursue your studies while gaining experience.Mentoring, coaching, joint work programs that will take your business to the next level.Opportunity to gain professional designations such as SIE, Series 6, and Series 63.Paid Internship: $3,000 plus uncapped commission.Full-Time [...]
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Our fall internship starts in September and runs through December. Typical hours are between 10-15 hours/week and are based around your academic and extracuriccular calendars. Only accepting graduating seniors - '26 or Spring '27.Why intern with Northwestern Mutual:Hands-on financial planning experience, modeled directly after our Full-Time Role.Flexibility to pursue your studies while gaining experience.Mentoring, coaching, joint work programs that will take your business to the next level.Opportunity to gain professional designations such as SIE, Series 6, and Series 63.Paid Internship: $3,000 plus uncapped commission.Full-Time [...]
Employer: The Dallas Entrepreneur Center
Expires: 08/09/2026
The DEC Network (Create FW)Operations & Community Engagement InternshipHybrid (located in DFW)Start Date: September 2026End Date: December 2026 Operations Management InternshipThe DEC Network – Dallas/Fort WorthInternship OverviewWe are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Operations Management Intern to support the operational effectiveness of The DEC Network’s Dallas and Fort Worth centers. This role will work directly with the Operations Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in nonprofit operations, entrepreneurship support, and hands-on experience in organizational leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with the operations of our innovation centers to [...]
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The DEC Network (Create FW)Operations & Community Engagement InternshipHybrid (located in DFW)Start Date: September 2026End Date: December 2026 Operations Management InternshipThe DEC Network – Dallas/Fort WorthInternship OverviewWe are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Operations Management Intern to support the operational effectiveness of The DEC Network’s Dallas and Fort Worth centers. This role will work directly with the Operations Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in nonprofit operations, entrepreneurship support, and hands-on experience in organizational leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist with the operations of our innovation centers to [...]
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