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What Can I Do With a Political Science Major?

Description of the Major

The B.A. in political science is designed to develop understanding of the theoretical and practical relationship between political culture and governmental structures at the four traditional levels of political organization—local, state, national and international. Students develop the ability to compare alternative systems and to understand the actual political process at various levels. Writing and research skills are also developed, especially in seminar and independent research courses. Graduates of the program are prepared for graduate and professional study and for positions of responsibility in public and civic organizations.

Career Areas

Museums
Politics
Law
Management
Education
Government

Sample Job Titles*

Account Service Representative
Assistant Buyer
Campaign Staffer
Congressional Aide
Congressional Research
Historic Site Interpreter
Public Relations Assistant
Legal Assistant
Environment Policy Analyst
Political Aides
Teacher
Lobbyist
Media Analyst
Paralegal
Lawyer
Politician
*Some careers require additional study or an advanced degree

What recent Johnson State College POS graduates are doing

Consulting Teacher
Sales
College Admissions Counselor
Legal Assistant

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Skills and personality traits representative of POS majors

Students who major in Political Science possess strong verbal and written communication skills, decision-making skills, problem-solving strategies, analytical proficiencies, and researching talents. Political Science majors are often leaders who like interacting with diverse populations.They are effective at developing and marketing new ideas.

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