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Occupation

Name: ________________________

Political Scientists

Tell us about the

job using the
description on the
profile page
(Summarize the
description in
your own words)

A political Scientist has many things that they are apart

of. They do many things such as analyzing the structure
and operation of governments, conduct public opinion
surveys and many more.

What else is this

job called?

Its also called a Political Science Professor, Political

researcher, Political Aide, and etc.

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has a video, watch
it.
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you learned about
this occupation
from the video.
What cluster is
this occupation
(job) a part of?

No video.

List what they do.

List their
interests.
List their work
values.
List the things
they need to
know.
List the things
they need to be
able to do.
What preparation
is required?
List the common
college majors.

Norris, 2015

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They provide media commentary and/or criticism
related to public policy and political issues and events,
they also evaluate problems and polices, and make
related recommendations to institutions and
organizations, and etc.
People who work in this occupation generally have the
interest code: IAS.
People who work in this occupation generally prize
Achievement, but also value Working Conditions and
recognition in their jobs.
Law and Government- Knowledge of laws, legal codes,
court procedures, precedents, government regulations,
executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic
political process, and etc.
Social Perceptiveness- Being aware of others reactions
and understanding why they react as they do, and etc.
Ph.D., M.D., or J.D.
International Policy Analysis, Political Economy, and etc.

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Occupation Profile Page
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that employ this
occupation.
List similar
occupations.

Norris, 2015

Name: ________________________

Scientific research and Development Services, and

Social Advocacy Organizations.
Sociologists, and Urban and Regional Planners.