Government & Public Interest Blog: Interested in Working as a Public Defender?

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Interested in Working as a Public Defender?

Consider applying for a Law Clerk Position with the Southern Public Defender Training Center . This is a great opportunity to work closely with public defenders in the South. Full information is available on Symplicity!

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.