Many students ask "What type of job could I get with a degree in International Relations?" The answer depends on your specialization, interests, experiences, and skills. International Relations studies global issues, creating a literal world of opportunity.
Our alumni are doing amazing things all over the world in a variety of fields and employment sectors. As a student in the IR program, your task is to define your area of expertise and map out how you want to make a difference. What type of problems do you want to solve? What issues are most important to you? Where do you want to have an impact? Where do you want to be located? Is the type of organization important to you? Whatever your interest, opportunities abound.
Here are some resources to help you get started on your path.
Resources
IR Computer Room Scheduling Students are now able to use the International Relations computer workroom for interviews and other career services. If you are interested in reserving the space, please fill out the Google spreadsheet with your reservation information. If you have any questions regarding your reservation, please contact Faye Morse at flmorse@syr.edu.
IR Program's LinkedIn
Maxwell Career Field Guides
APSIA Career Guide
SectorConnect
SU Career Services
SU Internship Website
SU Abroad Website for Study Abroad Alumni
Internship Search Tips
ProFellow
Intelligence Careers
Networking for Business Tips (from PAIA alum Niklas anzinger)
International Affairs Job Boards
Devex
Foreign Affairs Job Board
Global Jobs
Jobs Abroad
International Jobs
Idealist
Indeed
NGO Abroad
Overseas Jobs
Global Corps (for USAID)
Go Government
USA Government Jobs
Defense Intelligence Agency
Association CareerHQ
Opportunities in Public Affairs