Government, Public Administration, and Law

Welcome to the Government, Public Administration, and Law community!

The Government, Public Administration, and Law community will provide resources, information, and a virtual space for students and alumni interested in working within government, public administration, and legal industries.  As a follower of the Government, Public Administration, and Law community, you will get timely alerts on internships, co-ops, jobs, blogs, and events posted on the page.  

Career and self-development are life-long processes that evolve as new experiences and information are obtained. Use this page to design your career and self-development strategically. Review the list of student and professional organizations and decide which opportunities best align with your career goals. Connect with a Husky Mentor to engage in career conversations that will expand your network and give you an on-the-job perspective. Explore your options by reviewing Job Market Insights and the UConn Undergraduate Outcomes.  

Career Spotlight: Council on Foreign Relations Summer Virtual Internship

Are you driven by a diplomatic ideology? Do you wish to contribute to a think tank specializing in U.S. foreign policy and international affairs, so you can make an impact on world affairs?

For a centennial, The Council of Foreign …

By Andrea Gonzalez
Andrea Gonzalez
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3 Nonprofit Myths to Consider as You Enter the Job Market

This past week, the Careers for the Common Good team held the Debunking the Myths of Working for a Nonprofit Panel. The discussion included four recent UConn alumni who shared their experiences working for a nonprofit organization and some of …

By Zoeann Day
Zoeann Day
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Top 4 Skills for a Fundraising Professional in a Non-Profit

If you’re interested in working for a non-profit organization, you may know that fundraising plays a big part in how well the organization can finance its operations and provide key services for its cause. Fundraising is a great way to …

By Victoria
Victoria
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Resume Basics for Law Students

Did you know the average time an employer spends looking at a resume is less than 10 seconds? That's not a lot of time to make a great first impression! To get recognized as a desirable candidate, your resume needs …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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UConn Graduate Is Part of the Chicago Political Scene

Chicago’s 39th Ward sits on the northern edge of the city and is home to plenty of small businesses, ethnic restaurants, and two universities.

Its current alderman is not a homegrown product of the Windy City, but a UConn graduate – Samantha …

By Mike Enright
Mike Enright
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First Destination

First Destination refers to undergraduate outcomes within the 6 months following graduation. The data is collected through a survey distributed to students at graduation, and again in the months following, to gain insight on their lives post-graduation.

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