GOVERNMENT And public administration

Picture yourself shaping policies that improve people's lives, ensuring that public services run smoothly, or leading initiatives to address pressing social issues. In this dynamic field, you'll have the opportunity to work at the heart of governance, collaborate with a variety of teams, and tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing society today. Whether you dream of working in local government, diplomacy, or public policy research, the government and public administration field offers endless opportunities to create positive change and leave a legacy.

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Do you care about local or state government?
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community?
Do you like being a leader?

Career Pathways

Government has seven career pathways:

Foreign Service: Individuals who represent the United States in other countries around the world, such as ambassadors.
Governance: Individuals who lead and manage city, state and federal governments, such as representatives, senators and mayors.
National Security: Individuals who protect the security of our nation, such as transportation security agents.
Planning: Individuals who develop plans for growth and infrastructure in towns and cities, such as water resource managers.
Public Management and Administration: Individuals who work in various roles in government, such as city manager.
Regulation: Individuals who work to enforce standards for public health and safety.
Revenue and Taxation: Individuals who work to ensure people pay their taxes.