Government & Public Interest Blog: Tip For Thursday

Thursday, August 06, 2009

Tip For Thursday

Make sure to check your email for the most recent On Campus Interviewing (OCI) Memo. Instructions about how to participate in this recruiting program are outlined. This Fall's OCI employers include some public interest employers, so you will want to make sure not to miss out on a possible interview opportunity.

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.