Government & Public Interest Blog: 2001

Wednesday, January 31, 2001

Interested in federal work?

Take a look at this Academic Quick Guide which provides an overview of the type of jobs (with salaries) available in the federal government. Other majors are also included for those students looking for an alternative career in the federal government.

What Is Government & Public Interest Work?

In 2008, approximately 33% of Florida Coastal's graduating class entered into a government or public interest position. The broad categories of public interest and government encompass a large spectrum of positions on the local, city, state, and national arenas. Positions can range from work in a public defender's office, the ACLU, or Earthjustice to opportunities at the U.S. Attorney's Office, the National Women's Law Center, or the World Organization for Human Rights. The career possibilities within the government or public interest entity are endless and should be considered by anyone looking for meaningful work and the opportunity to make a difference.