Government & Public Interest Blog: How To Get A Job On The Hill

Thursday, May 14, 2009

How To Get A Job On The Hill

The Government & Public Sector Division of the American Bar Association recently shared an article, "How To Get A Job On The Hill" which explains the process students and attorneys typically go through when searching for Washington, DC opportunities. If you are interested, click HERE for this helpful article and to learn more about the Government & Public Sector Division of the American Bar Associating.

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.