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So You Want to Work in International Affairs

A veteran practitioner’s 12 tips to land that first job. August 29, 2025, 3:00 PM

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As students return to their campuses after what was hopefully a busy and productive summer—or as recent graduates begin to reckon with the realities of post-university life and the job market—this is an ideal moment to take stock. If you’re interested in a career in international affairs, now is the time to begin thinking strategically about how to land that all-important first job.

After nearly 25 years working in international affairs—first as a young U.S. Army officer during the early years o

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