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Careers in International Affairs [Paperback]

University Press Georgetown (Author), Georgetown Un School Of Foreign Service (Author), Maria Pinto Carland (Editor)
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November 1996

Careers in International Affairs, now in its eighth edition, is the ultimate job hunting guide for anyone hoping to work in the U.S. government, international organizations, business, or nonprofits. This thoroughly revised edition provides up-to-date descriptions and data about careers in the global workplace and how to find them -- along with nearly 300 organization profiles.

In addition to a remarkably broad and deep list of organizations and contacts, Careers in International Affairs offers insight and guidance from a career counselor, a graduate student, and practitioners in the international affairs community on networking, interviewing, finding a mentor, and choosing the best graduate school.

The book also presents numerous firsthand perspectives on various career sectors from those who have found their own international niche -- from young professionals to senior policymakers. It is designed to encourage international job seekers to think about what they know and what talents they have to offer, to widen their horizons and reveal all the possibilities, to help them realize that the future could hold several careers, and to remind them 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.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.


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"An invaluable resource to those students who are eager to use their international relations training productively. It is respected by those who teach, those who employ, and those who want jobs...a trifecta!" -- Madeleine K. Albright, Michael and Virginia Mortara Distinguished Professor in the Practice of Diplomacy, Georgetown University; former U.S. Secretary of State



"I wish I had this book when I started my career. It is full of sound advice on how to build your vision and serve others in the process." -- Allan E. Goodman, President & CEO, Institute of International Education



"This book is extremely useful for students with an international affairs focus, particularly those interested in careers like my own that bridge the public and private sectors. It is essential reading for anyone contemplating an international career." -- Jay Collins, CEO, Public Sector Group, Citi

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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: 282 pages
  • Publisher: Georgetown University Press; 6th edition (November 1996)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0878406301
  • ISBN-13: 978-0878406302
  • Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.8 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,567,185 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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5.0 out of 5 stars The best book of its kind that we've found, June 8, 1999
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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.
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26 of 27 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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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.
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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
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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!
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