GOVERNMENT & PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
NOTE: Most states have their own individual state government websites that may be found via an internet search. Below are resources for US federal government and public administration.
GOVERNMENT
- Careers in Government https://www.careersingovernment.com Although primarily a job search engine, Careers in Government contains a Career Resources section that includes articles about the public sector, career advice, and industry trends.
- GoGovernment http://gogovernment.org/ This site provides information and tips for exploring and applying to positions within the US federal government. Sponsored by the Partnership for Public Service.
- Public Service Careers http://publicservicecareers.org The Public Service Careers web site helps individuals find jobs, offers career advice, and provides information about degrees and careers in public service and public affairs.
- US Department of Defense Civilian Careers http://godefense.cpms.osd.mil/index.aspx Users will find information about specific jobs, career pathways, and how to work for the US department of defense in a variety of fields.
- US Department of State Careers https://careers.state.gov Information and videos about career pathways within the US department of State can be found at this site.
- USAJobs https://www.usajobs.gov The primary job portal for US federal government positions, there is also information to help users explore hiring paths by population and a help center with more information about working for the government.
HISTORY
- American Historical Association https://www.historians.org The “Jobs & Professional Development” page contains career resources for history majors.
- Organization of American Historians Career Coach ® http://www.oah.org/career-coach This section of the OAH website contains advice, articles, online resources, and job listings for people interested in working in history occupations.
- National Council on Public History http://ncph.org This site provides information about the public history field including a definition of public history, how historians work, a free job board and other resources.
US MILITARY
- Today’s Military http://todaysmilitary.com This site gives information on careers, training, pay, and resources for individuals interested in joining any branch of the US military.
US Military Branch Recruitment Websites
NOTE: The following sites provide detailed information for each US military branch related to career pathways/specialties, how to join, lifestyle, and information for important others.
- US Air Force https://www.airforce.com
- US Army http://www.goarmy.com
- US Coast Guard https://www.gocoastguard.com
- US Marine Corps https://www.marines.com
- US National Guard Careers https://www.nationalguard.com/careers
- US Navy https://www.navy.mil
POLITICAL SCIENCE
- American Political Science Association http://www.apsanet.org The American Political Science Association is the professional society for the study of political science. Select the Careers tab for information about career options in political science.
