Political Science Careers
POLITICAL SCIENCE BACHELOR’S DEGREE CAREER PATHS
A Bachelor of Arts in Political Science degree offers a solid base for diverse careers across public, private, and nonprofit sectors. A bachelor's degree is typically the minimum requirement for entry-level positions, while some specialized roles may require a master's degree.
Here are some of the common career paths and types of roles you can pursue with a Bachelor's in Political Science:
- Lobbyist
- Election Analyst
- Legislative Analyst
- Political Aide/Advisor
- Campaign Manager
- Political Consultant
- Speechwriter or Political Strategist
- Political Analyst
- Researcher at Legislative Institutes or Think Tanks
- Research Assistant in Political Science
- International Development Officer
- Political Affairs Officer at the United Nations or similar organizations
- International Human Rights Advocate
- Global Affairs Analyst
- Peace Corps Volunteer
- Foreign Correspondent
- Diplomatic Service Officer
- Conflict Resolution Specialist or Mediator
- Intelligence or Security Analyst
- Trade and Economic Advisor
- Lawyer (requires law degree)
- Constitutional Lawyer or Legal Consultant
- Legal Analyst
- Paralegal
- Legal Assistant
- Compliance Officer
- Court Clerk
- Political Journalist
- Public Relations Specialist
- Media Strategist
- Communications Director
- Social Media Manager (with political/advocacy focus)
- Political Science Professor (requires graduate degree)
- High School Teacher (with education certification)
- Academic Researcher
- Curriculum Developer
- Management Consultant
- Market Research Analyst
- Public Relations or Communications Specialist
- Government Relations Manager