Careers
Your Path for Professional Development
The Office of Internships and Career Development offers additional professional development and employment guidance beyond the internship experience. Employers prize School of Diplomacy graduates for their distinctive exposure gained on and off-campus. Graduates acquire the skill sets to effectively communicate, analyze, negotiate and collaborate in a setting that emphasizes leadership and a commitment to peace and justice. In addition to offering private and individualized professional counseling, the School's Office of Internships and Career Development offer a wide range of services, including:
- Career development workshops
- Fellowship opportunities and application processes
- Employer information sessions
- Alumni networking receptions
- Resume and cover letter critique
- Mock interviews
- Internship and job-search strategies
- Unlimited access to jobs, live webinars, career advice, and networking
Resources
College Central
The School of Diplomacy and International Relations uses College Central Network (CCN) as its official resume and job posting service. Local employers post jobs exclusively to our School via the CCN site. Students and alumni can create their account profiles here.
Alumni Career Profiles
Diplomacy Alum takes on Global Communications
Courtney J Boland 17' credits the School of Diplomacy and its staff for preparing her for her professional career and her role as Director of Communications at the Economist.
A Diplomacy Alumna’s Lead in Human Rights Advocacy
Malaak Jamal ’15, is an alumna of the graduate program at the School of Diplomacy and International Relations. Jamal is currently serving at the Human Rights Foundation (HRF) as director of policy.
From Seton Hall to Europe: Career and Soccer Success
Diplomacy grad, Chiara Pucci, is building a global career in Vienna while competing as a professional soccer player, balancing corporate leadership with elite athletics.
From Seton Hall to Global Tech Policy Leadership
Working at the intersection of technology and governance, Bryan Yeoh is advancing AI policy and international collaboration in Southeast Asia.
Diplomacy Alumna Leads Through Nonprofit Impact
Seton Hall School of Diplomacy alumna, Caroline Driscoll, is creating systems-level change through nonprofit leadership, using fundraising and community-centered solutions to drive lasting impact.
Diplomacy Alumna at the United Nations
Sofia Caroline Diaz 25' is building an international career at the United Nations, where her journey reflects the impact of diplomacy in action through internships and global policy work.
Diplomacy Alumnus Lights Up Geopolitics and AI Strategy
School of Diplomacy graduate Anthony J. Tokarz '19 is making waves in the world of geopolitical risk and emerging technology.
Diplomacy Alumna Advances Global Health Research in Germany
Emma Tobin ’19 supports global health leadership at Heidelberg University, bridging research and policy. As a Seton Hall alumna, she encourages students to explore widely and take initiative.
Diplomacy Grad in Defense Journalism
A recent Diplomacy alumna shares how campus involvement, key internships, and saying “yes” led her to a fast-paced editorial role in national security media.
Campus Leadership to Red Cross Impact
From exploring global affairs at Seton Hall to supporting humanitarian leadership at the Red Cross, Kristen McGuire ’22 transformed hands-on experience into meaningful impact.
Into Global Governance
From her first nonprofit internship to shaping global data governance, Bucceri ’23 turned hands-on experience at Seton Hall into a career at the intersection of technology, transparency and reform.
Seton Hall to the Foreign Service
Seton Hall alumna Isabelle Vega ’23 turned a purpose-driven academic journey into a distinguished start in global diplomacy.
Transforming Pharmacy Experience into Global Impact
Seton Hall alum Pranali Jain ’23 proves that every experience counts transforming her start in healthcare into a career in global development.
Seton Hall Grad Teaches Russian at DLI
Seton Hall alum Allison Wrubel ’23 turns her passion for Russian into a global mission—teaching U.S. service members at the Defense Language Institute.
A Diplomacy Alumna’s Global Impact Story: Tajah McCray
Meet Tajah McCray’22, an alumna of the M.A. program at Seton Hall’s School of Diplomacy and International Relations. She is currently serving in Dominica as a Peace Corps Volunteer Leader (PCVL).
School of Diplomacy Alumnus Leads at UN Global Compact
Gabriel Torres ’14, a proud alumnus of the B.S. in Diplomacy and International Relations program, currently serves as Senior Manager of UN Relations & Partnerships at the UN Global Compact.
Ariela Romero '25 Awarded Fulbright ETA to France
Seton Hall alumna Ariela Romero ‘25 has been selected as one of only 11 Fulbright English Teaching Assistants to France, an honor that will allow her to share her skills and experiences abroad.
Diplomacy Alumna Joins Peace Corps in North Macedonia
Elisa Cavalli ’23, an alumna of the School of Diplomacy and International Relations, will soon begin her service with the Peace Corps as an English language teacher in North Macedonia.
From Graduate School in Diplomacy to a Career in Technology
While studying at the School of Diplomacy, Collin Isham, M.A. ’13, edited the Journal of Diplomacy and interned with the Clinton Foundation—real-world experiences that helped launch his career.
From Diplomacy Student to Clean Water Advocate
Combining her Seton Hall education with a passion for making a difference, Molly Cleary, B.S. '22, has carved out her path to career success.
Diplomacy Alumni Convene at Irregular Warfare Conference
Hosted by the Department of Defense, Seton Hall alumni joined military leaders, policymakers, scholars and intelligence experts to discuss irregular warfare insights gained since 9/11.
Experiential Learning Guides Alumnus Toward Career Path
As a graduate student, Robert Bost, B.S. '19/M.A. '21 took advantage of leadership, research and internship opportunities that inspired him to pursue work in public service.
From Graduate School to Capitol Hill
Specializing in International Security and U.S. Foreign Policy, helped former Diplomacy graduate student Lylian Pagan launch an exciting career in Washington, D.C.Outcomes
Equipped with knowledge, skills and experience, Diplomacy alumni are making an impact around the world. Our graduates can be found at the conference tables of international diplomacy serving as diplomats or international civil servants; in the corridors of government handling issues of commerce, security and intelligence; in the meeting rooms of international companies dealing with pharmaceuticals, finance, insurance and communication; and in the field working as program officers for humanitarian organizations.
