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Graduate Careers
Graduates from the School of Political Science and International Studies enjoy challenging and rewarding careers in a diverse range of organisations and industries, both locally and abroad.
Our internationally recognised programs in International Relations, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Development Practice, Political Science and Governance and Public Policy are designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to engage with and address pressing local and global issues. Students across our programs develop high level analytical, research and communication skills along with a critical and enquiring approach to global challenges and issues.
As a result graduates from the School enjoy a wide range of career choices and have an identifiable 'toolbox' of skills to offer potential employees.
Our programs are directly relevant to the following fields of employment, all of which utilise skills and knowldege gained by studying at UQ.
- Diplomacy and Foreign Affairs
- Defence and Intelligence
- Government and Policy
- International Development
- Humanitarian Services
- Community Sector
- Journalism
- Communication
- Consulting
- Commerce/Industry
Employers of our graduates include;
Domestic
- Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
- Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet
- Queensland, Department of Premier and Cabinet
- Crime and Misconduct Commission
- AusAID
- Asia-Pacific Centre for the Responsibility to Protect
- Department of Defence
- Office of National Assesments
- Brisbane City Council
- Australian National University
- Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts
- GRM Pty Ltd
- Coffey International
- Cardno ACIL
- Allens Consulting
International
- United Nations Agencies
- United Nations Development Program
- Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights
- The World Bank
- Asian Development Bank
- International Organisation for Migration
- UN High Commission for Refugees
- World Health Organisation
- UN International Crimminal Tribunial
- Citibank Europe
Many of our domestic graduates can be found working in Australian government departments (at both federal and state levels) including the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet, Queensland Department of Premier and Cabinet, Department of Defence and Australia's Agency for Overseas Aid (AusAID). Many graduates enter these departments either at a graduate level after completing a Bachelors degree perhaps with Honours or at a more senior level after postgraduate study.
More information
For more information about employers and jobseeking please visit the UQ CareerHub. You may also wish to discuss your options with the Student Mentor in the School of Political Science and International Studies.
Other resources which may be of interest include:
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Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet - Graduate Program appeals to UQ graduate.
Rachel graduated from the University of Queensland at the end of 2007 with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science and Ancient History. During university I was an intern at the Queensland Parliament and studied at the University of Glasgow on an exchange program.
While considering my career options during my final year at uni I came across an advertisement for the PM&C graduate program. Although I was slightly daunted by the idea of applying, I was excited about the prospect of being able to observe both machinery of government and policy making processes, and by the fact that graduates are given the opportunity to experience working in three different areas within the department.
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Who are DFAT looking for?
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade aims to recruit a diverse group of graduates each year, representing and reflecting the best of the Australian community. We are interested in graduates from all academic disciplines, and seek people with the skills, knowledge and abilities to contribute to the department's work in advancing Australia's national interests.
The graduates we are looking for are:
- talented, highly motivated and committed to the goals of the department;
- good communicators;
- strategic thinkers and practical problem-solvers;
- team players;
- flexible, adaptable and resourceful; and
- sensitive to, and appreciative of, difference and diversity.
For more information visit: www.dfat.gov.au
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AusAID - Who we want?
As a dynamic Government agency working in the changing international arena we look for highly talented, motivated graduates from varied backgrounds, including academic, for example:
- International Relations/Political Studies
- Development Economics
- Government or Public Administration
- Asian and Pacific Studies
- Law and legal studies
The successful applicants often have a strong record of academic achievement and may have honours, combined or higher degrees. However, academic qualifications are not the sole criterion for selection. We also assess applicants on the quality of work experience, extra curricular achievements and community activities. Thus we look for strong abilities in the following core capacities:
- Strength in conceptual and analytical skills
- Excellence in interpersonal, communication and team skills
- Developed understanding of the importance of cultural sensitivity
- Demonstrated adaptability, initiative and resourcefulness
For more information visit: www.ausaid.gov.au
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For more information about graduate programs within Australian government departments please visit the specific departmental website for key dates and application proceedures.
Our Graduates
Our graduates have diverse backgrounds and experiences and are found working all over the globe.
To find out more about the experiences of our graduates and where they are working now, click on the graduate profiles below. If you are a graduate of the School and would like keep in touch please email, naomi.smith@uq.edu.au.
Research Higher Degrees
- Dr Peter Munro, PhD, 2007
- Dr Bronwyn Evans-Kent, MA, PhD, 2003
- Dr Sonia Palmieri, PhD, 2002
- Dr Kylie Stephen, BA (Hons), PhD, 2000
International Students
The School also has a number of notable graduates particularly in the field of politics.
Federal Parliament
State Parliament
Internships and Exchange
For information about the exciting internship and exchangeopprtunities available in the School of Political Science and International Studies please click here.
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