Career Information A major or minor in government or a minor in public administration is excellent preparation for a number of specific career paths. Public service employment at the local, state, and national levels represents an area of demand for college graduates knowledgeable about government.
Governments employ approximately one-fifth of the total work force in the United States.
Civil service exams and the more selective Foreign Service Officer Exam usually provide the initial access to these jobs. For jobs in Public Administration, click here . Students interested in legal careers will find that an undergraduate major or minor in government will provide a valuable background for law school. Prospective law students should learn as much as possible about a legal career and entry to it before settling on that as a goal. A good place to begin on the Internet is Internet Legal Resource Guide.