Employers actually come to us looking for people to hire because they know they'll get the skills they demand. A career in politics is unlike any other profession, and a graduate education in political management alone will not guarantee a successful career. In just 12 to 18 months, students must gain the skills of a lifetime through rigorous course work and practical training acquired in the field.
GSPM students begin focusing on their career plans as soon as they enter the school.
During orientation, students draft political resumes, perfect interviewing techniques that highlight political ability, and conduct research on the consulting firms, associations, and corporations that are part of the GSPM's growing network of employers. For many students, The Graduate School of Political Management represents their first introduction to professional politics. To help these students and others who have already worked in politics, the fieldwork requirement is designed to provide exposure to the varied opportunities in the field of professional politics. The Professional Internship Program compels the student to become immersed in politics. Lessons learned each day at the internship are underscored by lectures at the GSPM in the evening.