Government & Public Interest Blog: New Public Interest Positions

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

New Public Interest Positions

There are 23 public interest positions including 5 internships or fellowships posted this month? Have you logged into Symplicity to see them? If not, then you should schedule some time to do so today!

Hint: Job postings are an easy way to learn what employers actually have a need. You shouldn't ignore them as part of your job search strategy.

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.