"I advocate on behalf of psychological science before the us congress"

Abstract

In our interview with Andy DeSoto, we find out about his path from PhD to policy. Andy works for one of the key psychology scientific organizations and frequently visits Capitol Hill to help the association advocate for federal funding or topics related to psychological science. Speaking and writing skills are essential to this job, and the credentials of a PhD are important for demonstrating expertise. This job allows Andy to not only stay in touch with his academic colleagues but also focus on making a difference on behalf of the field. He reminds us that career paths are often not direct, to seize the opportunities that arise, and to enjoy your time as a PhD student.