"Finding the interstitial connective tissue between disciplines is our strength. We see connections where others don't look. I believe that there is a specific type of person who finds an interest in this space in-between. My fellow INIA majors astound me as diverse, thoughtful scholars with a will to excel and explore."
- Lindita, INIA '18
An interdisciplinary degree in the field of International Affairs allows candidates to pursue positions in public, private, non-governmental, and multi-lateral sectors. With literally hundreds, if not thousands, of employers in the field of International Affairs, the path forward can be overwhelming, but we're here to help!
Training in international affairs prepares you to solve problems through diplomacy, defense and development work. Research from the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (an organization of international affairs graduate schools) indicates that graduates enter the following sectors:
Public sector: public sector employees handle a variety of responsibilities that are vital to society's stability.
Mulitilateral sector: multilateral organizations are tasked with responsibilities that no country addresses alone.
Non-Governmental sector: organizations in this sector are called a variety of names including non-profit, not-for-profit, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
Private sector: the private sector consists of for-profit companies that are independent from the state.
If pursuing grad school or law school, start researching early to determine the particular strengths of programs, and schools that meet your interests for law, M.A., and Ph.D. programs. US News annual reviews and Peterson's Guides are helpful starting points.
For M.A. programs, see the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA).
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