Political Scientists
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Civilian:
Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decision-making, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents.
Military:
Information about the military capabilities of foreign countries is vital to our national defense. Our leaders need to know the strengths and weaknesses of both friendly and unfriendly countries. International relations officers collect, analyze, and report information about foreign countries to be used for military planning.
Job Titles
- Government Affairs Researcher
- Government Affairs Specialist
- International Affairs Vice President
- Local Governance and Citizen Participation Specialist
- Policy Officer
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Nationwide Salary Average*
- Civilian:
- $107,420
- Military:
- $134,673
*Average calculated based on median level of pay
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