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Resources
for Political Science Majors
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Ultimate
Political Science Links
Supplies
information in political science regarding
major associations,
areas of study, resource links,
journals and publications, on-line political
news and much more.
US Department of Labor
Lists
a political scientist’s, aka social
scientist, nature of work, working conditions,
employment opportunities, training, qualifications,
advancement, job outlook, earnings and much
more.
Political Science Sources
An
extensive collection of general resources,
international studies, American and European
resources, Human Rights and the Military
and Defense in political science.
University of North Carolina-
Wilmington
Provides general information in the political
science field such as related career titles,
related major skills, and various websites
and organization’s links.
Western Connecticut State University
Links to federal, state, local, and international
political science resources on the Internet.
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GauchoLink
GauchoLink provides students with current local
internships, as well as part-time to full time
job listings. Enter your username and password,
and start searching for your internship.
Project Vote Smart
Project Vote Smart is an internship program
that brings together individuals to help citizens
from across the nation educate themselves with
information such as voting records and campaign
finance data. It is a non-partisan program.
Students.gov
Scroll down to the Career Development section
and click on internships, fellowships, student
jobs, etc.
CIA Internships
Undergraduate internship and co-op programs
and graduate studies programs through the CIA.
US Department of State Internships
Provides unpaid internships with a variety
of bureaus and offices with some options in
embassies overseas. Highly competitive program.
Applications available at Career Employment
area of Career Services.
FBI Internships
Internships in various divisions located in
DC and other California locations.
UCSB Washington Center Internship Program
Provides program overview, deadlines, costs,
financial aid, housing information and links
to organizations offering internships in D.C.
Go to UCDC Peer Advisor Office in North Hall
for further details.
UC Center in Sacramento
Program includes courses and internship experience
in California’s capital.
Washington Intern Foundation
Search free DC listings and specific suggestions
for interning and working in the DC area. There
is a fee to participate in the program.
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GradSchools.com
Lets one find programs according to location and
by schools.
Graduate Guide
A comprehensive guide to graduate programs
of study including Doctoral, Master's and Professional
Degree Programs.Professional Organizations.
The Grad School Handbook
This book is a manual on how to get in to graduate
school, and how to succeed once you are in.
The chapters given here are on Why Graduate
School?, Deciding Where to Apply, and Paying
for the Degree.
Types of Fellowships
Through a national competition, the James Madison
Memorial Fellowship Foundation offers fellowships
to a select group of individuals desiring to
become outstanding teachers of the American
Constitution.
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American
Political Science Association
Brings together political scientists from all fields
of inquiry, religions and occupational endeavors
in order to expand their awareness and understanding
of political life.
Social Science Libraries
Yale University lists different associations,
organizations, and institutes affiliated
with Political Science.
Internet Resources for Political Science
Very comprehensive website including information
on regional, national and international professional
organizations. Maintained by West Virginia University. American Judicature Society
Works to maintain the independence and integrity
of the courts and increase public understanding
of the justice system. It is a nonpartisan
organization with a national membership of
judges, lawyers and other citizens interested
in the administration of justice.
The Law and Society Association
Interdisciplinary and international group of
scholars with an interest in the place law
holds in social, political, economic and cultural
life. Publishes the Law & Society Review,
sponsors annual conferences and educational
workshops, and fosters the development of academic
programs in law and society around the world.
Southwestern Political Science Association
Purpose is to promote, cultivate and correlate
the various areas of the social sciences and
their applications through the encouragement
of research, program meetings, and the publication
and dissemination of information and opinion.
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Jobs
in Federal Government
Federal Employment Information System Daily updates
of jobs openings in the Federal Government with
full text vacancy announcements for most Federal
jobs, plus summary information on a wide variety
of Federal employment-related topics and programs.
American Political Science Association
Provides political science employment opportunities
and a placement interview service for APSA
members. It also provides internship and career
opportunities links.
City of Santa Barbara
Local Santa Barbara Government Employment Information
regarding employment listings, hiring information,
job descriptions, salary information, benefits,
and information to receive typing certification.
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