Government & Public Interest Blog: Networking Opportunities

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Networking Opportunities

Local bar associations offer a wealth of opportunities for networking and learning. Consider becoming a student member of the local bar association where you want to eventually practice. Get involved and start intergrating into your future legal community. There are local bars located in every state across the country. For a full list, 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.