Internships and Careers

Join our Politics and International Relations graduates in success

100% of the class of 2023 reported landing a job or enrolling in graduate school within six months of graduation.

Politics and International Relations

Contact Information

Deja McClellan
Law and Public Service Career Pathway Leader
dmcclellan@lakeforest.edu
847-735-6233

One Major, Multiple Paths

A degree in Politics or International Relations can open up a variety of opportunities. Here's a sample of job titles our newest graduates have held in the last five years:

Bilingual Child and Family Advocate
Civic Justice Organizer
Campaign Manager
Financial Institution Specialist
Legal Assistant
Performance Analyst
Program Associate
Research Director
Project Manager
Tech Systems Analyst

Where our graduates land

Our students have completed an internship or landed a job with high-profile organizations in and beyond Chicago.

Our most recent graduates have interned at or joined the ranks of these companies in the last five years:

A Safe Place
Ayco – Goldman Sachs
Center for Illinois Politics
Children's Legal Center
International Rescue Committee
McKinsey & Company
National Immigrant Justice Center
University of Chicago
U.S. House of Representatives
Zuma Law

Advancing their studies

Politics and International Relations graduates have also furthered their studies through graduate programs across the country. We set our students up for success so they can enroll in diverse programs such as this sample of degrees pursued by recent graduates:

Juris Doctor (Belmont University, DePaul University, George Mason University, Illinois Institute of Technology, Loyola University Chicago, Northeastern University, University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign, Vanderbilt University)
Master of Arts in Democracy and Governance (Georgetown University)
Master of Arts in Diplomacy (University of Kentucky)
Master of Arts in International Relations (University of Chicago, University of Roehampton)
Master of Business Administration (University of Miami)
Master of Science in Environmental and Sustainability Management (Georgetown University)
Master of Science in International Political Economics (London School of Economics)
Master of Public Policy (University of California San Diego)
PhD in Philosophy (Texas A&M University)

A Lake Forest College education is built for the future. All students are equipped with the most sought-after professional skills: writing, speaking, critical thinking, and an understanding of human society and cultures. Our interdisciplinary curriculum sets our graduates apart as competitive and uniquely qualified candidates who are eager to take on the challenges presented in today's professional world. Learn more about how our students turn their passions into a career on our Success Stories and Outcomes page.

Success Stories and Outcomes

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"[At my internship], I worked at an immigration law firm and a major role of mine was drafting declaration statements for clients seeking unlawful presence waivers. I enjoyed brainstorming arguments and writing up client stories in a way I best thought would help them reunite with their families and loved ones, allow them to feel safe in their community, and allow them freely to pursue an education or career."

Pratistha Shrestha '23, Summer Intern at Law Office of Cathy Higgins-Mora

Pratistha's journey isn't the only way to make it at Lake Forest College. Our career pathways offer a multitude of different ways to take advantage of the education here as well as the opportunities after graduation.

Career Pathways

Our Politics graduates...

Demonstrate proficiency

in the subfield of American politics and public law

Demonstrate proficiency

in the methods of political science research

Identify and respond to problems

with logical analysis and mindfulness of context

Think critically and

analyze independently

Networking and Career Preparation

Learn more about the Forester Network

Our students have opportunities to engage with professionals working in various fields of interest and build meaningful connections before graduation.

Lake Forest College students don't only get a fantastic education, but also hone applicable skills that employers are seeking in candidates.

Our career counselors ensure that our students are well prepared for whatever path they choose.

At Lake Forest College, you will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from a multitude of fields.

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