Careers in International Affairs: School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University [Paperback]

Lisa A. Gihring (Editor), Maria Pinto Carland (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 2003 | ISBN-10: 0878403914 | ISBN-13: 978-0878403912 | Edition: 7

Careers in International Affairs, now in its 7th Edition, stands in the sterling reputation of its previous editions as being a major resource for anyone, young or old, seeking to help make a safer and more stable world through their contributions in an international career. This new, totally revised edition provides up-to-date descriptions and data about careers in the global workplace and how to find them. Much more than a lengthy list of potential organizations and contacts, Careers in International Affairs goes beyond what is traditionally offered to international job seekers by providing, among other attributes, a wealth of insight and information on global career networking. Particularly helpful is the addition of a chapter on Internet job searches, which have grown exponentially since the last edition. Other highlights of the new edition include invaluable information contributed by career counselors and practitioners in the international affairs community that focus on interviewing, working with mentors, and how to use all the modern avenues available to search for international career opportunities. Firsthand perspectives on various career sectors are provided by those who have found their own international niche, and a comprehensive bibliography of relevant web sites rounds out this one-of-a-kind. This unique resource is designed to encourage those seeking an international career to think about what they know and what talents they have to offer, to make them widen their horizons and consider all the possibilities, to help them realize that the future could hold several careers, and that it is never too early-or too late-to consider the variety of options that await them around the world. Careers in International Affairs is published in cooperation with Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, the oldest and largest school of international affairs in the United States.

Editorial Reviews

Review

''Now in its 7th edition, this guide to the global job hunt is a classic. Kudos to Ms. Carland and her graduates!''

About the Author

Maria Pinto Carland is counselor to the Master of Science in Foreign Service program at Georgetown University. She was an administrator at the Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce and University of Toronto; a curatorial assistant at the Metropolitan Museum and Art Gallery of Ontario; and program officer at the US-United Nations Association and Foreign Policy Association.

Candace Faber is a 2007 graduate of the Master of Science in Foreign Service program at Georgetown University, where she also served as editor-in-chief of the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs. She is a political officer with the United States Foreign Service.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 371 pages
• Publisher: Georgetown University Press; 7 edition (April 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0878403914
• ISBN-13: 978-0878403912
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #384,592 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

70 of 76 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best book of its kind that we've found, June 8, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Careers in International Affairs (Paperback)

We stock this in our career center for our students and it is almost always one of the most requested books. This book is a good starting point for students who "want to do something international", but who are just trying to figure out what that means. The chapters introductions by "international professionals" are especially useful.

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Better Than I Expected, May 2, 2003

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James Schoonmaker (Centreville, Virginia USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Careers in International Affairs (Paperback)

I expected this book to be an overview of the international affairs field, but it proved to be much more. The careers and paths available are well-written and -described, and there are a number of careers that, although not obvious, suit people with an interest in international affairs well. In addition, companies, government organizations, and NGO's that employ people in international affairs are listed along with contact information. It's a well-rounded book that is honest about both the upsides and downsides of each career.

24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Informative, July 15, 2001

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Debra (Clearwater, FL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Careers in International Affairs (Paperback)

I found all the answers about the different jobs available in a career in International Relations. What's great is that I not only got descriptions of the different jobs, but I also got listings of all the companies involved. Now when I graduate with my master's, I am going straight to this book for the companies I wish to send my resume to. Great read and reference!