Government & Public Interest Blog: Foreign Service Work

Monday, May 10, 2010

Foreign Service Work

For an interesting read, take a break from studying and learn about one student's attempts at applying for a foreign service job. If you are interested in pursuing federal work in an international arena, it's important to learn as much as you can about the lengthy and competitive process. Click HERE for more information.

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.