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About GSPM Career Development

The GSPM maintains its own Office of Career Development. Through its efforts, GSPM graduates have proven remarkably successful in finding employment. The majority of students are employed professionally in political  and communications jobs upon graduation while some move on to law or Ph.D. programs immediately after completing their master's degree.

Many GSPM students pursue careers with explicitly political organizations, working for party organizations and consulting firms associated with the major parties. Often, they start by working directly for candidates, managing campaigns, and conducting the research and analysis that leads to the development of strategy and campaign advertisements. For other students, party politics take a backseat to causes and issues politics; they go to work instead for environmental organizations, civil rights groups, for organizations that advance social and economic agendas across the ideological spectrum. A significant portion of our students work in Capitol Hill offices, while others find careers in the political departments of private organizations: labor unions, corporations, and trade associations. GSPM alumni are also working for party and government leaders in other countries, and, in recent years, the School has attracted a growing interest from students who plan to seek elective office.

GSPM provides a number of tools, resources, and opportunities to help students and alumni build successful careers. The Office of Career Development is led by Career Development Director, Mag Gottlieb.



The Office of Career Development provides a variety of services to help students and alumni in their professional development. To utilize any Career Center service, please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Mag Gottlieb, Career Development Director, or call 202-994-8782. There is no charge for career-related services.


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  • Career Development Sessions
    Sessions feature alumni and political leaders and cover a number of topics, including working on Capitol Hill, conducting polls, running political campaigns, and fundraising. Have an idea for a session? Please contact Mag Gottlieb This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with your programming ideas.

  • Individual Consulting
    GSPM students and alumni work in a variety of political and communication-related positions. Each individual receives career services tailored to fit their respective needs. We do not adhere to a “one size fits all” approach

  • Resume Review
    You may schedule an in-person, telephone, or e-mail resume review with Mag Gottlieb.

  • Interviewing Techniques
    The Office of Career Development provides students and alumni with the necessary information to succeed in today’s interview. We will cover any topic, including salary negotiations, professional attire, how to research a target organization, etc.

  • Cover Letters
    Many people use the same generic cover letter for every job application. This approach is stale. Let us help you craft a customized cover letter and allow you to stand out from other applicants.

  • Job-Related Research
    Too often, people respond to job openings and passively sit back and wait for a response. Learn how to navigate the application process and uncover new job targets so you are not competing with hundreds of other applicants for one opening.

  • Networking Skills
    Are you tired of hearing everyone say, “just network?” Learn what networking is all about and how an expanded base of contacts can benefit your professional development in the short- and long-term.

  • Letters of Recommendation
    Learn how to write your own letters of recommendation, so when someone says, “write it for me” you will have a letter of recommendation ready-at-hand.

  • Job Referrals
    The Career Services office provides job leads and referrals to GSPM students and alumni.

  • Employers
    Through its network, GSPM maintains relationships with a number of potential employers interested in hiring GSPM students and alumni.

  • Joint Programs with other GWU Career Offices
    To maximize its effectiveness, GSPM works with other GWU career offices to provide students and alumni with programming, support, and jobs leads.


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