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Careers in International Relations

Careers in International Relations

An undergraduate degree in International Relations and Global Affairs will prepare students for working in a globalized and complex world. A degree in International Relations and Global Affairs opens many career pathways due to the flexible and transferrable skills learned throughout a student’s studies. Studying international relations allows students to gain a broad range of knowledge in different areas of international affairs while allowing students to specialize in their field of choice. Below are some of the typical jobs and careers a graduate in International Relations and Global Affairs can expect to find.

What kind of careers can you get?

A degree in International Relations and Global Affairs opens many career pathways due to the flexible and transferrable skills learned throughout a student’s studies.

CAREER Opportunities

Top 5 careers

  • Diplomat
  • Lobbyist
  • Business Consultant
  • Communication officer
  • International Development Consultant
Top 10 jobs for International Relations and Global Affairs graduates
  • Diplomats in national Foreign Service
  • International Aid/Development Worker
  • Outreach coordinators
  • Lobbyists
  • Risk analysts
  • Journalists
  • Policy/ political analysts
  • Public Relations specialists
  • Human resource specialists
  • Diversity and inclusion officer
Top 20 careers
  • Diplomat
  • Lobbyist
  • Business Consultant
  • Communication officer
  • International Development Consultant
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Officer
  • Public Relations Manager
  • Social Enterprise Coordinator
  • Logistics Coordinator
  • Human Resources Specialist
  • News Anchor
  • Politician
  • Public Affairs Consultant
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Political Risk Analyst
  • Trade Policy Analyst
  • Policy Analyst
  • Journalist
  • Event Planner
  • Government social research officer
Other Career Opportunities

Government, Non-Governmental and Non-Profit Organizations

- Foreign Service Government
- Social Research Officer
- Communications Specialist for Non-Profit Organizations
- International Aid and Development Officer
- Non-Profit Program Coordinator

Private Sector Career Paths

- Fund-Raising Manager
- Intelligence Analyst and Specialist
- Data Analyst
- Regulatory Affairs Specialist
- Intelligence analyst
- Interpreter
- International benefits analyst
- Regulatory affairs manager

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