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Public Administration Major Careers
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Local Government
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State Government
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Federal Government
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Federal Government: Legislative Branch
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Federal Government: Judicial Branch |
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Federal Government: Executive Branch
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Federal Government: Independent Agencies |
Independent Agencies include the following (not an exhaustive list):
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Nonprofit
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Political Support/Lobbying |
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Business
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Health/Medical
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International Affairs
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General Information and Strategies
- An undergraduate degree in Public Administration, with the appropriate experience, is sufficient for entry-level position in government and business.
- A graduate degree in public administration or public health administration helps prepare students for management and upper-level administrative positions. Carefully research programs in order to choose specializations or concentrations of interest.
- Consider law school for careers in upper level politics, administration or management. Explore joint J.D. and M.P.A. programs to see if they meet your career goals.
- Obtain broad liberal arts background including written and verbal skills, communication and foreign language skills.
- Part-time, summer, internship, and volunteer experiences are extremely helpful in government affairs, organizations or public service areas.
- Develop strong leadership skills; run for office in clubs and organizations in school or community. Volunteer to organize or lead an event or project.
- Get involved in Student Government.
- Demonstrate interest/involvement in community affairs/events.
- Join related social and/or professional organizations.
- Employment opportunities in local government tend to follow population trends in terms of growth and decline in availability of positions. Be prepared to relocate to find the most opportunities.
- Develop a strong personal network through informal contacts.
- Political connections are helpful for appointed positions. Most agencies respond to professional connections.
- Expect keen competition for federal positions. Prepare yourself with a strong academic background and good experience. Many government jobs have strict guidelines and want to carefully match candidates’ KSAs (knowledge, skills, and abilities) to the job description. Research this first and seek the classes and experiences that will best prepare you.
- Develop patience, persistence and drive in obtaining government positions.
- Explore application to Administrative Careers with America (ACWA) and the Outstanding Scholar Program for federal positions.
- Learn applicable application process for area of interest.
- Research websites and books that address various government job opportunities, pay structure and hiring processes.
- Consider military experience and training as an entryway into government jobs and public service.
- Plan on following a flexible career path to higher positions. Many people begin on the clerical or entry level in order to gain experience and network.
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