Dickinson College
Political Science Major Jobs and Graduate School Acceptances 2025
Robert Emerson '77 was recently awarded the National Order of Merit by the French government, an honor about which the former political science and history double major says, "I never dreamed of this, sitting in Denny Hall [pictured above] in 1976 studying European history."
Willow Palmer
Hometown: Hampton, Virginia
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
Dickinson has prepared me for life after graduation by providing an incredibly well-rounded education that has allowed me to grow in many different directions while still completing my academic goals. I had three goals for my time at Dickinson: to play college volleyball, study political science and study abroad in France. I am proud to say that I completed all of these, and they have allowed me to fully become who I am and recognize my academic and interests. With these internships, I have gained workplace skills, and both times my employers commented about how it was an immediate green flag when they saw Dickinson on my resume. Dickinson lifts you up and provides you with skills to make a difference wherever life takes you.
Internship Experience
- Triad Strategies, Harrisburg, Pa.
- Wanner Associates, Harrisburg, Pa.
Caleb Chastain
Hometown: Reisterstown, Maryland
Majors: law & policy, political science
Graduate school: University of Dayton School of Law
Field of study: law
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
Competing on Dickinson's mock trial team has been a great experience that has helped me prepare for a career as an attorney.
Internship Experience
- Baltimore Field Division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (ATF) - intern.
Tyler Lissy
Hometown: Easton, Pennsylvania
Major: political science
Graduate school: University of Maine, School of Policy and International Affairs
Field of study: global policy (security and foreign policy)
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
I feel this experience has instilled me with confidence and comfortability in my communication skills. Through the small class sizes, encouraged office hours and discussion-based lecture styles, I was able to hone the art of effectively communicating my questions, opinions and arguments. This also has branched out to help the connections I have gained while at Dickinson. Being able to have meaningful discussions with faculty and alumni has helped me in ways I could never have imagined.
Internship Experience
- U.S. Army War College - research intern.
Heather Johnson
Hometown: Bedford, New Hampshire
Majors: environmental studies, political science
Majors: environmental studies, political science
Graduate school: School of Policy and International Affairs
Field of study: global policy
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
Dickinson has given me a comprehensive skill set for thinking through global problems related to both my political science and environmental studies majors. My interdisciplinary and global education has covered so many diverse topics that I am prepared to involve in my future education and careers. The small class sizes here have made me comfortable engaging with my professors and peers in a way that will be helpful for my future in the workforce.
Internship Experience
- U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen's Manchester, New Hampshire, office - intern
Jacy Duffy
Hometown: Mount Airy, Maryland
Major: political science
Employer: Chraca-Friedman Group
Job title: financial analyst
Employer: Chraca-Friedman Group
Job title: financial analyst
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
It has taught me relational and interpersonal skills.
Internship Experience
- Chraca-Friedman Group, - intern
- District Office of Congressman Ruppersberger - intern
Johnny Melancon
Hometown: Baltimore, Maryland
Major: political science
Employer: Paul Hastings LLP
Job title: real estate paralegal 1
Employer: Paul Hastings LLP
Job title: real estate paralegal 1
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
Dickinson has prepared me to think in different ways, communicate with all types of people and enjoy every experience.
Internship Experience
- Smith, Gildea & Schmidt, Baltimore, Md. - legal assistant.
- Romero Law, Inc., Baltimore, Md. - legal assistant
- Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle, Pa. - judicial shadow.
Bridget Graham
Hometown: Middlebury, Vermont
Major: political science
Graduate school: Simmons University
Field of study: library and information science
What are some of the defining moments of your Dickinson experience?
My entire study abroad experience was one of the best moments of my Dickinson experience. Study abroad was one of the main reasons why I chose Dickinson, and it was definitely the right decision! I made so many amazing friends and memories in England, none of which would have been possible without Dickinson and Associate Professor of Economics Nicky Tynan!
Internship Experience
- Bosler Memorial Library, Carlisle, Pa. - intern
Mary Stanley
Hometown: Spring Hill, Tennessee
Majors: Spanish & Portuguese studies, political science
Employer: Amazon Fulfillment
Job title: area manager
Job title: area manager
How has Dickinson prepared you for life after graduation?
I felt like Dickinson had a new opportunity at every turn, giving you the resources to pursue whatever you envisioned for yourself.
Henry Booth
Hometown: Easton, Maryland
Majors: political science, history
Graduate school: University of Baltimore School of Law
Field of study: law
Field of study: law
What are some of the defining moments of your Dickinson experience?
One of my defining moments here was joining both the House Divided Project and the football team's support staff. Despite having to medically retire from football, it was good that I found new experiences to keep me busy and make up for the lack of football.
Internship Experience
- Dickinson College football team - film coordinator
- Dickinson College House Divided Project - research assistant
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Published April 11, 2025