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OPIA supports students as they reflect upon and identify the type of work that fits their unique values, interests, and personalities, and guides them toward opportunities to engage in that type of work. See the resources we offer students pursuing careers in public interest fields.
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The OPIA Blog
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Get interview support from public interest practitioners and alumni – stay tuned for OPIA’s Virtual Mock Interview Program
Want to improve your interviewing skills while also connecting with public interest practitioners? OPIA will host a virtual mock interview program later this summer to prepare for 2L summer or postgraduate interviews. Public interest practitioners, including many HLS alumni from a range of public interest practice areas, will be available to do a low-stakes mock
June 9, 2023
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The 2L Job Search E-Advising Series: Reflecting on Your Summer Experience
As you are likely just starting your summer position, we know that it feels early to start thinking about your next one. But, for many students, the application process for 2L summer positions begins in late summer/early fall, and we want to make sure you are well prepared.
June 6, 2023
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1L Job Search E-Advising Series: Is the Early Interview Program (EIP) Right for Me?
Are you beginning to think about your 2L summer and weighing the decision of whether to work in the private sector or the public sector? We in OPIA want every HLS student to feel empowered to make career choices that are the best for their individual interests and circumstances – whether those choices involve work
June 2, 2023
OPIA’s Drop-In Office Hours
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OPIA Fellowship Drop-In Office Hours with Judy Murciano
June 12, 2023
9:00 am – 10:00 amHave a quick question about public interest fellowships? Come to OPIA for drop-in office hours. Please note that drop-in office hours are for quick questions only on a first-come, first-served basis. -
OPIA Virtual Drop-In Office Hours with Catherine Pattanayak
June 13, 2023
8:00 am – 9:00 amHave a quick question about the public interest job search? Join Catherine’s Zoom meeting room during her virtual drop-in office hours. Please note that virtual office hours are for quick questions only on a first-come, first-served basis. -
OPIA Fellowship Drop-In Office Hours with Judy Murciano
June 13, 2023
4:00 pm – 5:00 pmHave a quick question about public interest fellowships? Come to OPIA for drop-in office hours. Please note that drop-in office hours are for quick questions only on a first-come, first-served basis. -
OPIA Virtual Drop-In Office Hours with Joan Ruttenberg
June 14, 2023
12:00 pm – 1:00 pmHave a quick question about the public interest job search? Join Joan’s Zoom meeting room during her virtual office hours. Please note that virtual office hours are for quick questions only on a first-come, first-served basis. -
OPIA Virtual Drop-In Office Hours with Jillian Tuck
June 15, 2023
8:00 am – 9:00 amHave a quick question about the public interest job search? Join Jillian’s Zoom meeting room during her virtual drop-in office hours. Please note that virtual office hours are for quick questions only on a first-come, first-served basis. -
OPIA Fellowship Drop-In Office Hours with Judy Murciano
June 15, 2023
4:00 pm – 5:00 pmHave a quick question about public interest fellowships? Come to OPIA for drop-in office hours. Please note that drop-in office hours are for quick questions only on a first-come, first-served basis. -
OPIA Fellowship Drop-In Office Hours with Judy Murciano
June 16, 2023
9:00 am – 10:00 amHave a quick question about public interest fellowships? Come to OPIA for drop-in office hours. Please note that drop-in office hours are for quick questions only on a first-come, first-served basis.