International Relations & NGOs

Welcome to the International Relations & NGOs Community!

The following sampling of tools and resources should be combined with your own research. We suggest you use targeted keyword searches to find representative employers and opportunities, explore professional associations, join LinkedIN groups, and browse additional job board postings. Remember to also search LinkedIn and MyPenn (formerly QuakerNet) to connect with Penn alumni in fields related to your interests. Additionally, the sample jobs and employers are only a small selection of what’s posted in Handshake – log in to see much more!

We also suggest using the Career Exploration section of our website for more information or researching by major.

Explore Careers in International Affairs & DevelopmentInternational Relations, Affairs and NGOs covers many different career paths both domestically and abroad. Check out Vault Guides to learn more about the industry. You may also wish to visit our Non-Profit community.
Make ConnectionsNetworking is simply talking and building relationships with professionals in careers that interest you to help you learn what it’s like to work in a particular role, field, or industry. In addition to MyPenn and LinkedIn, professional associations offer opportunities to connect with those in your field. Learn more about how to make connections. 
Search & ApplyWhile not all jobs in the arts are posted through traditional job boards, Handshake is still a great place to start looking! Many NGO, international affairs and development jobs are posted regularly, the most recent of which are featured on this community. There are also industry-specific job boards.
Find ResourcesWe’ve compiled many resources to help you prepare for a career in international relations and NGOs. Of particular interest should be GoinGlobal and professional organizations such as Young Professionals in International Affairs.

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