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Border services official
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Community organizer
Court monitor
Development analyst
Development officer
Human resources manager
Immigration agent
Journalist
Law enforcement officer
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Local government official
Marketing manager
Media analyst
Policy analyst
Political aide
Professor
Public official
Public relations officer
Reporter
Research co-ordinator
Teacher

First Year

Take required courses including Introduction to Canadian Government and Politics with mentorship component, Introduction to International Relations, and Introduction to Comparative Politics
Review degree course requirements
Meet with an academic advisor
Receive peer mentorship from Political Science Help Centre

Middle Years

Check in with academic advisor to make sure you are on the right path
Take Introduction to Research Methods, Legal Process in Canada, Constitutional Law and Politics in Canada and Reasoning Skills class
Explore research opportunities with professors HIP
Consider taking courses in accordance with Certificate in Public Administration
Seek out courses that offer field experience HIP
Start taking courses required as pre-requisites for graduate/ professional school
Consider declaring a minor and/or specialization

Final Year

Meet with an academic advisor to go over graduation requirements
Complete all required courses for your degree
Apply for Political Science thesis stream
Work with a faculty member on a research project or publication HIP
Complete required courses for Public Administration
Apply to graduate through UWinsite Student Portal
Prepare for LSAT if you are considering Law school

First Year

Explore available Political Science internships or field
Apply for a co-curricular experience such as VIP - Community Service Learning
Volunteer with local government or a non-profit organization
Invesitgate research opportunities as part of the Outstanding Scholars program HIP
Research student exchange opportunities for middle years
Join a club like the Political Science Society, Model United Nations, UWSA, Mock Trial Association, or Pre-Law Society
Participate in the Bystander Initiative workshop to gain skills that will help you be an effective and supportive ally to prevent sexual assault on campus

Middle Years

Join the Debate Team and/or Model United Nations to compete in local and international competitions
Participate in the UWill Discover undergraduate research conference HIP
Attend a Political Science Speaker Luncheon Series presentation
Apply for student exchange program HIP
Expand your skills by taking on a summer, part-time or volunteer position
Consider running for office in the Political Science Society and/or as student representative on the Departmental Council
Consider applying to become a Political Science Mentor (in third or fourth year)
Join a professional association in your field such as the Canadian Political Science Students’ Association

Final Year

Run for office on the Departmental Council or Undergraduate Society for IR and Political Science or a UWSA executive position
Conduct field research with faculty member HIP
Become a tutor for Students Offering Support (SOS) HIP
Join the UWindsor Model NATO or Model United Nations
Work with a local organization through a field placement course such as the Public Service Management Internship Practicum HIP
Consider applying to become a Political Science Mentor (in third or fourth year)
Consider applying to be a teaching assistant

First Year

Start by making a list of things that you enjoy and areas in which you excel
Meet with a career advisor in Career Development and Experiential Learning (CDEL) for help developing a plan for your future years
Consider a career assessment workshop or appointment to help you identify possible career paths
Get involved with a part-time job, volunteer opportunity, campus group, or research assistantship
Attend CDEL workshops to learn how to find a summer or part-time job and write a university-level resumé
Chat with an advisor during CDEL's Drop In hours to get answers to your career and job search questions

Middle Years

Research career fields and occupations with the help of a CDEL career advisor
Explore opportunities and meet potential employers by participating in Job Shadow Experience, job fairs and industry networking events
Explore further educational opportunities by attending the Graduate and Professional Schools Fair and researching admission requirements for programs you are interested in
Attend CDEL’s Using Social Media to Leverage Your Career workshop
Create a LinkedIn profile and have it critiqued by CDEL
Take part in informational interviews and join online communities like LinkedIn and Ten Thousand Coffees to connect with people in your targeted profession or industry
Search job postings to learn what skills, knowledge, and credentials you will need for potential careers

Final Year

If you are considering applying to graduate or professional school, be aware of early application deadlines
Meet with CDEL to prepare application documents like a resumé, cover letter, CV, or personal statement for jobs and education programs you are applying to
Attend CDEL's workshops on interview skills and job search strategies
Set up a mock interview with a career advisor for professional school or job applications
Take part in recruitment events and job fairs, including those organized by CDEL
Compose a portfolio of relevant academic and work experience

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