BA in Political Science Experiential Learning

Experiential learning at Quinnipiac offers multiple opportunities to apply your knowledge through hands-on work, service and exploration, preparing you for success in 21st-century careers. With an abundance of resources, internship opportunities and career-focused guidance, you'll be equipped with the skills and knowledge that distinguish you to employers and pave the way for long-term success.

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Recent Student Work

Like every Quinnipiac student, you'll have many opportunities to learn via hands-on experience through research, course projects and capstones. These immersive experiences illustrate the depth of your knowledge and skill not only to your professors and peers, but also to potential future employers. These projects allow you to gain an in-depth understanding by applying knowledge to practice, giving you insights into different industries and career paths.

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Represent the student body through SGA

The Quinnipiac University Student Government Association is empowered by the students to represent the opinions, needs and wants of its constituents. They exist to act as the liaisons between the students and the administration, as well as to fight for the resolution of student concerns and make those resolutions and themselves known to the Quinnipiac community. The organization aspires to enhance Quinnipiac student life by providing student leadership, supporting student organizations, and encouraging a sense of school spirit, pride, and community. Through a passionate desire for constant improvement, the Student Government Association is committed to the current and future students of Quinnipiac University.

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New Hampshire Primary 2024

Nineteen Quinnipiac students spent the six days leading up to the January 23 New Hampshire primary traveling throughout the Granite State to a variety of campaign events and had the opportunity to interact directly with the presidential hopefuls for the 2024 election.

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New Hampshire primary offers students insight into voter, candidate behavior

Students immerse themselves in the New Hampshire primary

Students navigate both sides of campaign trail in New Hampshire primary

Political science students pose for a group photo outside of New Boston Central School. — Quinnipiac University students gather to support Jamie Setzler ’25 as she casts her vote in the 2024 primary at New Boston Central School in New Boston, New Hampshire.

Quinnipiac students observe political memorabilia in the New Hampshire Institute of Politics. — Aidan Truckenbrod ’25 and Isabella Pyontek ’25 observe various political memorabilia while touring the New Hampshire Institute of Politics.

Quinnipiac students take a photo with presidential candidate Marianne Williamson. — As the New Hampshire presidential primary kicked into full swing over the weekend, the teams attended a variety of events for candidates of both parties including Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis, Marianne Williamson, Dean Phillips and Donald Trump.

Quinnipiac student Nick Fizzano talks with Florida Congresswoman Kat Cammack. — Students conducted interviews with the bank of political reporters at each event, exercising their political knowledge and offering educated opinions on controversial topics.

Allison Garner being interviewed by WCVB Boston News at a Nikki Haley rally. — Allison Garner ’26 gets interviewed by WCVB Boston News while attending a rally at MaryAnn's diner in New Hampshire.

Zoe McLaughlin ’25 shares her thoughts with presidential candidate Dean Phillips during the 2024 New Hampshire Primary Election. — For Zoe McLaughlin ’25, the experience provided an opportunity to listen and observe both sides of the political race and reflect on the multiple ways supporters of both parties share more similarities than differences.

Selfie of Allison Garner, plays video — Join Allison Garner ’26 as she takes you on a day in her life as a political science student at the 2024 New Hampshire Primary.

Become a Global Engagement Fellow

The Albert Schweitzer Institute hosts Quinnipiac’s Global Engagement Fellowship, a group of faculty and students who work together for community-engaged action to address challenges in food security, immigration, prisoner reintegration and other topics where global awareness can confront local reality and challenge us to act.

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Opportunities across the globe

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Quinnipiac University in Washington, D.C.

The Quinnipiac University in Washington, D.C. program gives enthusiastic students from a range of majors the opportunity to live and intern in the nation’s capital, the hub for American politics, government, international relations and national security. Our network is constantly expanding and consists of numerous organizations in the D.C. area, including national security agencies, congressional offices and the White House, as well as think tanks, news corporations, and public affairs agencies.

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Quinnipiac University in Budapest, Hungary

The Quinnipiac University in Budapest, Hungary program provides students of all majors the chance to live, work and learn as they study abroad in a foreign nation’s capital. Located in the heart of Central Europe, Budapest is a hub for international businesses and organizations that enable our students to complete internships or engage in research as part of an unforgettable resume-building experience.

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Empowering students to lead in the 21st Century

The College of Arts and Sciences is a national leader that prepares graduates to take on the challenges of civic leadership in the 21st century. Students in our signature civic leadership program work to enhance social justice, build communities and become agents of change through experiential learning activities inside the classroom and around the world.

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A Foundation for Your Future

400+ Internships

Number of internship opportunities available to our students in the U.S. and abroad.

#1 Best Employment Rate

For the fifth year in a row, the career site Zippia ranked Quinnipiac as the best college in the nation for employment 10 years after graduation.

73% Hands-On Experience

Percentage of seniors who participated in at least one internship during their time at Quinnipiac.

Career-Building Resources

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Job Market Trends

Quinnipiac students excel as interns, new hires, managers and executives in almost every industry. Gather real-world data about starting salaries, hiring trends and in-demand skills to inform your decision-making and put you on a path to success.

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Craft Your Career

With an abundance of career-focused information and resources, the career advisers within the College of Arts & Sciences support students as they expand their professional networks and attract the attention of prestigious employers.

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Career and Experiential Learning Lab

iQ, Quinnipiac University’s holistic approach to career development and experiential learning, surrounds every individual with a personalized plan that maximizes their time at Quinnipiac. The powerhouse of iQ, our Career and Experiential Learning Lab is the physical space where students and advisers bridge the gap between college and career.

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Experiential Learning

Studying and working outside the classroom challenges you — and changes you. These experiences, from competitions and capstones to study abroad opportunities and service outlets, make you more confident, more independent and better prepared for whatever profession you pursue.

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