What kind of jobs can I get with a degree in Political Science?

Potential Fields
- Public Relations
- Human Rights
- Foreign Service
- Legislative, Executive, or Judicial Services
- Local and State Government
- Federal Government
- Law
- Politics
- International Affairs
- Business
- Non-Profit
- Media
Potential Jobs
- News Programming
- Policy Analyst
- Campaign Manager
- Legislative Aide
- Prosecutor or Public Defender
- Foreign Service Officer
- Community Organizer
- Non-Profit Program Coordinator
- Legal Assistant or Paralegal
- Public Affairs Specialist
- Advocacy or Lobbying Associate
Graduate School
SMCM Alumni with Political Science Degrees have gone on to pursue graduate degrees at the following universities:
- University of District of Columbia
- Temple University
- University of Baltimore School of Law
- George Washington University
- The University of Texas
- University of Oklahoma
Political Science Career Resources

Political Science Internships and Jobs
The Center for Career and Professional Development helps students gain valuable job experience through internships year-round. We offer resources to help you find the right opportunity and can guide you through the process of earning academic credit for your internship. If you’re considering an internship or want to explore earning credit, be sure to connect with our Internship Coordinator before getting started!
Jobs – Political Science
- Paid Communications Internship at Elect Katie Hobbs September 19, 2025
- Administrative Specialist at State of Delaware September 18, 2025
- Program and Research Intern at Network 20/20 September 17, 2025
- Lottery Security/Operations Specialist at State of Delaware September 17, 2025
- TWDB - 26-07: Government Relations Specialist II at Texas Water Development Board September 16, 2025
- Adult Probation Officer at Alaska Department of Corrections September 15, 2025
- Senior Environmental Planner at Southeastern Regional Planning & Economic Development District September 15, 2025
- Fall 2025 Digital Safety Policy Intern at Family Online Safety Institute September 15, 2025
- Project Manager – Research, MEL, & Strategic Advisory (Ukrainian Nationals) at Voluntas Advisory ApS September 13, 2025
- Call for External Experts (Consultant Roster) — Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia, Poland, Romania at Voluntas Advisory ApS September 13, 2025