Government & Public Interest Blog: Interested In Applying With The Federal Government?

Wednesday, July 08, 2009

Interested In Applying With The Federal Government?

The application process for federal government positions may be getting easier. With increasing frequency, commentators are discussing the need to do away with the KSA portion of the application process. Instead of relying on applicants answers to vague and cumbersome questions, federal agencies are being asked to consider an applicant's resume. This move is seen as potentially revamping the entire way federal employees are selected. To read more about this issue, click HERE.

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.