Career Development Resources

To be proactive in your learning and time as an International Relations student at San Francisco State, here are some key resources to kick-start your career.

Generally speaking, students who do well in the program, develop a focused curriculum, seek relevant work/internship opportunities, make connections/leverage the networks of department faculty, and begin their job search early have greater success in locating the kind of work they desire. Those graduates who consider a wider range of geographic locales for employment tend to find more options. Especially if they are interested in work in diplomacy, international organizations or non-governmental organizations.

What Can I Do With This Major?

IR students with their posters for the CURE Research Showcase

IR 550 students and Professor Skonieczny at the CURE Student Research Showcase.

Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs

APSIA Job Openings & Internships
Check out APSIA's Guide to Careers in International Affairs to understand more of the job market.

SF State Career & Leadership Development

Career & Leadership Development’s (CLD) mission is to equip our diverse student and alumni population with modern resources that assist, guide, and foster their leadership, professional and career advancement. Through advances in technology and with staff ready to go the extra mile, we provide students with tools to take initiative and excel in their future endeavors.