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Career Options
Those
who consider majoring in political science or international
relations normally share a deep interest in politics, government
and world affairs. Usually they maintain this interest throughout
their lives even if they embark on careers that are not directly
related to politics.
One obvious avocational use of political science training
is in practical politics. While engaging in a variety of careers,
many former political science majors run for office, manage
campaigns, organize fund-raising campaigns, and occupy positions
in political parties at the state and local level.
A second area in which political science majors may contribute
is in community service. Those knowledgeable about political
processes will be called upon in increasing numbers to speak
out and shape opinions and policies on environmental issues,
planning matters, and issues of political reform. Such persons
are very valuable to locally organized groups (including churches)
dealing with these issues because of their expertise.
International
Relations majors can use their training and understanding
of the world in a variety of ways. Some of our majors have
gone into journalism, while some have worked for development
agencies or the State Department. Others have enrolled in
graduate and law school to further the understanding they
have gained at Wheaton in areas such as international law,
comparative politics and international development.
An ability
to understand the world from a political, economic and historical
perspective has become a vital skill in a variety of professions
and even within our churches. Globalization and the integration
of our security with that of the rest of the world has made
understanding the politics and economics of world affairs
a critical skill in fields as diverse as business, ministry
and law.
In your
sophomore or junior year, you are encouraged to pick up a
copy of Careers and the Study of Political Science*
in the department office. It offers much information
on the relationship between political science and the careers
listed above.
*(Publication
of the American Political Science Association)
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