International Affairs
Career Roadmaps
Below are some activities and steps to consider as you map out your career in international affairs. Note: this isn’t necessarily linear — you can jump down the list for any given year and do whatever you find appealing — and there are usually no pre-requisites for steps along the way.
Career Road Map: Global Studies
YEAR 1
Join Great Issues Scholars!
This first year program is a unique opportunity to connect with faculty, visiting experts, alumni and fellow students around complex global issues.
Join a Dickey Center Student Organization
Becoming involved in one of our internationally-focused clubs is a great way to connect with other students, build your leadership skills, and leave your mark on Dartmouth while exploring global issues.
Explore International Studies Minor Courses
View a list of Dartmouth courses spanning international disciplines like international relations, international development and economics, global environmentalism, global health, and more.
Apply for a Dickey Center Leave-term Internship for Y1 Summer
International Internships are a great way to enrich an aspect of your on-campus academic work.
Join the Dickey Center Mailing List
Get updates on events, opportunities, and news at the Dickey Center!
YEAR 2
Join a Dickey Center Undergraduate Fellowship Program
Undergraduate Fellowship programs including the Global Health Fellows, War & Peace Fellows and Arctic Innovation Scholars bring together students from across Dartmouth in an ongoing exploration of global issues.
Apply for Davis, Goldwater, Boren or Truman Scholarship
Dartmouth’s Fellowship Advisors are available to meet with applicants to discuss opportunities and give advice and feedback on application materials.
Declare the International Studies Minor
The minor’s core courses ensure a well-rounded understanding of international issues, preparing you to enter an increasingly globalized world and workforce with a unique understanding of how different global forces interact.
Apply for a Dickey Center International Internship for Y2 Leave-Term
International Internships are a great way to enrich an aspect of your on-campus academic work.
YEAR 3
Apply to work with the Dickey Center
Each year, the Dickey Center hires 8-10 upper-class students to serve as peer-advisors and mentors for our Undergraduate Fellowship programs.
Apply for Postgraduate Fellowships
Dartmouth’s Fellowship Advisors are available to meet with applicants to discuss opportunities like the Fulbright and Schwarzman Fellowships, and give advice and feedback on application materials.
Schedule an International Careers Advising Session
From exploring internatonal career options to expanding your network, we’re ready to share thoughtful advice and offer strategic support to help you achieve your career goals.
Apply for a Dickey Center International Internship for Y3 Leave-Term
Apply for a Dickey Center International Internship for Y3 Leave-Term
Apply for Davis Projects for Peace
The Davis Projects for Peace is a global program that encourages young adults to develop innovative, community-centered, and scalable responses to the world’s most pressing issues.
YEAR 4
Apply for a Dartmouth Post-Graduate Fellowship
Dartmouth postgraduate project fellowships provide support to graduating seniors and alums (within 5 years) who plan to undertake a substantial research project in the US or overseas during the next academic year.
Apply to Peace Corps
Peace Corps Volunteers put their purpose, passion, and skills to work in partnership with host communities in more than 60 countries.
Apply to be a Dickey Great Issues Post-Bacc Fellow
Each year, the Dickey Center hires two Fellows to work closely with senior leaders in the Dickey Center on specific projects, conduct research and analysis on key global and international issues, and serve as a primary resource for selected finance and administrative functions.
Apply for Lombard Post-Graduate Fellowship
The Lombard Fellowship supports graduating seniors and first-year Dartmouth alumni, including the professional schools, to undertake public service projects in the U.S. and globally.