Government & Public Interest Blog: Did you know?

Wednesday, August 04, 2010

Did you know?

Did you know that the Nuclear Regulatory Commission was listed as the BEST place to work in the federal government in 2009? For the entire list, click HERE. Learning where people are happiest in their positions in the federal government is a great place to start your own federal government employment search!

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.