Mpa/id

[intldev]

Hello,

I am have one year left in my undergraduate studies, and am wondering what I should keep in mind to get on track to eventually enter a career in international development. So far I am considering something similar to Harvard's MPA/ID Program.

I am an Economics and French and Francophone Studies major at a top US university, but my Econ grades are not the best. I have been keeping up internships during the school year (at an ngo, government office..).

I still have time to get some good grades in, and work on getting recommendation letters...I think work experience after my BA's would help make up for the overall 3.5 GPA? Should I consider applying to think tanks or NGO's? I would love to work abroad, as that is advised, but have so far seen opportunities open to only graduate students!

I would really appreciate any advice! Thanks!