Government & Public Interest Blog: Interviewing For Public Interest Positions

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Interviewing For Public Interest Positions

It's never a bad idea to make sure your interviewing skills stay sharp. Take a moment and check out "Five Tips For Summer Public Interest Job Interviews". The article is a quick read and provides some helpful hints towards making your interview meaningful and successful.

Good Luck!

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.