Foreign Service & International Relations

Career Cluster: Government & Public Administration

Career Pathway:
Foreign Service & International Relations

A career in Foreign Service and International Relations involves representing one's country on the global stage, promoting diplomatic relations, and addressing international issues. Diplomats and foreign service officers work to advance their nation's interests and engage in negotiations, while international relations professionals analyze and provide insight into global events and policies. This career pathway offers opportunities for travel, cultural immersion, and the chance to contribute to international peace and cooperation.

Potential Course Sequence

*ICCSD Graduation Requirements

View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions

Career-Related Electives

• AP Economics: Micro & Macro

• AP World History

• AP US History

• Debate

• World Languages

• Behavioral Health Studies

• Public Speaking

• Media Literacy & Communications

• Child Health / Safety / Nutrition

• Personal Finance

*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.

Career-Related Activities

• Speech & Debate

• Model UN

• Student Unions

• Student Government /Student Senate

• Mock Trial

• Philosophy Club

• International Student Club

• World Languages Club

Internship Experiences

• Career Inspire

• Kirkwood Career Caravan

• Internships: Kirkwood Workplace Learning Connection

• Job Shadows: Kirkwood Workplace Learning Connection

• Internship Experience 1, 2, and 3

College Admission Requirements

See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.

Potential College Programs

• International Relations

• Global Studies

• Ethnic Studies

• World History

• Comparative Politics

• Human Rights

• Cultural Anthropology

Future
Careers

• Diplomat

• International Trade

• Humanitarian Aid

• Foreign Affairs Journalist

• Environmental Policy Analyst

• International Business Consultant

Community Partnerships

• Council for International Visitors to Iowa City

• Iowa City Foreign Relations Council