Students
The Career Services team at IR/PS provides guidance on obtaining internships and transitioning into careers in numerous industries, organizations, and fields. Our services and tailored resources help you build professional networks and identify satisfying career options.
IRPSCAREERS - An online service exclusively for IR/PS students and alumni to manage their career development efforts. Includes the following components:
- Student profile - Keep a current profile and upload your resume and other documents to create a job search portfolio.
- Student network search - Join the student community to share your experiences and connections.
- Events - Use the IRPSCAREERS calendar to register for Career Services events.
- Alumni advisors - Online access to our growing IR/PS career network.
- Employer database - Use IRPSCAREERS to develop a target list of employers relevant to your career. The database contains hundreds of contacts including human resources, hiring managers, and IR/PS alumni.
- Job, internship, and fellowship postings - Search our database for current listings.
Career News
Check in with Career News, our community message board on First Class, for career-related announcements and important alerts from career services, students, and alumni.
Workshops, Career Talks and Market Exploration
Throughout the year, career services hosts various events where students and alumni network, make direct contact with employers, and gain insights into today’s job market. IRPSCAREERS lists the wide range of programs available - workshops, career fairs and alumni panels.
Services for International Students
Programs and services to assist you with your unique internship and job search challenges.
Individual Advising
Career Services staff are available to provide guidance and information to students through one-on-one appointments. Sign up at the front desk of the career services office.
Career Resources
Career Services has identified useful web and print materials to help you in your career exploration and job search.
Career Tracks
Use the following links to learn more about specialized professional career paths at IR/PS.
- International Development & Nonprofit Management
- International Economics
- International Environmental Policy
- International Management
- International Politics
- Public Policy
Internships
Learn about valuable summer internships that complement your academic training.
Alumni Mentor Program
This career mentor program is exclusively offered for second year IR/PS students. In the winter quarter, career services matches students with alumni for an on-going relationship to enhance the academic experience and job search process. Learn more through our workshops during fall quarter.
Student Groups
Stay active, make connections, build skills, and explore your interests within the IR/PS community.
