International Politics
- Provides a conceptual foundation for understanding the political, economic, and military components of international policy-making
- Develops students’ expertise to effectively analyze specific functional and regional economic and security issues, specifically in the Asia Pacific region
- Promotes fellowships and internships for IR/PS students interested in international security and conflict resolution, international negotiations, risk analysis, and regional integration
- Prepares graduates to work in a variety of fields for domestic and foreign government agencies and political research and advocacy groups across a wide range of interests including diplomacy, trade promotion, and education policy
International Politics Intern
“In my first week [at Inter-American Dialogue] I attended numerous events associated with the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Conference. One was a healthcare symposium with the Prime Minister of St. Kitts & Nevis. Another was a workshop for a new think tank in the Caribbean, where I sat next to the Ambassador from Jamaica. After that busy week, I wrote several briefs concerning China’s participation in the Organization of American States (OAS) and the recent string of hijackings in Cuba. My long-term project involves researching trends in the service industry in the Caribbean to identify opportunities for economic growth beyond tourism. This internship has been a great way to get to know people in D.C. involved in research and policy-making on Latin America.”
- Joyce Lawrence ‘08, Inter-American Dialogue, Washington, D.C., USA
Global Employers for International Politics Graduates
Graduates are qualified for employment in a wide range of professional positions: government, multilateral organizations such as the United Nations, consulting firms, public interest organizations, and nonprofit research institutes.
For a full list of relevant organizations, access the Employer Database in IRPSCAREERS
