Thinking Outside the Box: Applied Careers in Political Science

Session Submission Type: Roundtable

Session Description

This roundtable addresses applied career opportunities for political science PhDs. Topics include: strategies for identifying career opportunities, how to develop skills and materials for a job search in an applied field, and tips for transitioning out of an academic placement. Participants represent research organizations, think tanks, the federal government, and non-profit organizations.

Sub Unit

• APSA Panels and All Meetings and Receptions

Chairs

• Katherine Tegtmeyer Pak St. Olaf College

• Tanya Brooke Schwarz Pi Sigma Alpha

Presenters

• Sherry L. Martin US Department of State

• Kristy A. Belton International Studies Association

• Marissa Irene Guerrero The David and Lucile Packard Foundation