Shaping the Future of Policy and Leadership

Our department helps shape the future of politics in the world’s most influential city. The laws, policies, and decisions made in Washington, D.C. have global impact — and our graduates play a role in shaping the rules that govern the world’s largest economy and oldest constitutional democracy.

 

Student Spotlights

Our students and alumni are already making an impact:

• William B. (’25): Works in the White House, contributing to national policy decisions.

• Bridget L. (’25): Serves at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

• Dylan B. ('25): Legislative Staff Assistant for a New Jersey Congressman.

• Maria M. (’26): Founded a nonprofit organization to help educate girls in Peru.

 

Where Our Graduates Go

Our alumni hold positions in:

• The White House, Congress, and Department of Justice

• Intelligence organizations such as the CIA, DIA, NSA, and FBI

• Non-governmental organizations including Jesuit Refugee Services, Catholic Relief Services, and Human Rights Watch

• Trade associations, law firms, and think tanks

• Media outlets such as Fox News, CNN, and local news affiliates

• Political consulting and state and local governments

 

Recent Internships

Our students gain hands-on experience with:

• The White House and Congress

• Law firms and trade associations

• The Department of Justice and FBI

• State and local governments

• Think tanks and research institutions

 

Featured Courses

• POL 300: AI Policy and Ethics

• POL 412A: Homeland Security

• POL453A: Creating the Constitution

• POL 435: Cyber Intelligence and U.S. Policy

• POL620A: Priests, Prophets, Kings: Leadership in the Catholic Tradition

• POL437: Countering Terrorists and Radicals

 

Did You Know?

• Over 70% of Politics majors complete at least one internship.

• Studying politics in Washington, D.C. is like a four-year networking fair—students gain access to unparalleled opportunities, mentorship, and career connections.