How to Retain a Lobbyist Career Opportunities Because there is no prerequisite degree or training to become a lobbyist, many people believe that anyone can be a lobbyist. Technically, that is correct. If a lobbyist has no record of lobbying experience, there is little to commend him or her for the work.
Most lobbyists are college graduates, and many have advanced degrees.
Of these advanced degrees, the most prevalent is legal training, with other common backgrounds being communications, teaching, public relations and journalism. Lobbyists must be able to understand their clients' interests as well as the laws and policies they hope to influence. They must be able to communicate effectively with their audience, both orally and in writing. It is also necessary for them to understand the legislative and political process. Possibly the best training for lobbying is experience in a congressional office.