With the job market expected to remain tight in the future, it is important that students consider their career options while still in school. One of the best ways to gain practical experience and get a head start on a career is to do an internship . The Political Science Department encourages internships by allowing up to six credit hours for work experience related to politics and government. Majors should visit the University's Career Center by their sophomore year. The Center not only provides internship and employment listings, but it also holds workshops on resume writing, interviewing skills, job search strategies, and career self-assessment.
Counselors are also available to discuss career issues.
Political science majors seeking employment after graduation should take advantage of the services offered by the Center. As it is the state capital and county seat, many state government and some federal offices and agencies are located in Raleigh and are easily accessible by graduate students. Raleigh is also the home of many interest groups and political organizations. The Research Triangle Park is within 15 miles of campus. Sumitomo Corp. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Duke University in Durham are both within about 25 miles from NCSU, and NCSU graduate students are able to use resources at both institutions.