How do they match: Political Scientists

  • Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decisionmaking, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents.

  • Develop and test theories, using information from interviews, newspapers, periodicals, case law, historical papers, polls, or statistical sources.
  • Forecast political, economic, and social trends.

  • Advise others on educational matters.
  • Conduct research on social issues.
  • Forecast economic, political, or social trends.
  • Instruct college students in social sciences or humanities disciplines.