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Writing Fellowship Program – The Institute of Current World Affairs (ICWA)
Location: Varies
Deadline: June 15, 2025
Learn more about the Writing Fellowship Program position.
This job posting has not been vetted by our office and the employer has not given assurances of non-discrimination or compliance with our recruitment policies.May 7, 2025
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Summer 2025 Law Clerk – The Office of U.S. Senator Alex Padilla
Location: Washington, D.C.
Deadline: Open until filled
Learn more about the Summer 2025 Law Clerk position.
This job posting has not been vetted by our office and the employer has not given assurances of non-discrimination or compliance with our recruitment policies.May 7, 2025
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2025 Summer Law Clerk – Office of the Illinois Attorney General
Location: Chicago, IL
Deadline: Open until filled
Learn more about the 2025 Summer Law Clerk position.
This job posting has not been vetted by our office and the employer has not given assurances of non-discrimination or compliance with our recruitment policies.May 7, 2025
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OPIA Virtual Drop-In Office Hours with Elizabeth Shirey
May 8, 2025
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OPIA Fellowship Drop-In Office Hours with Judy Murciano
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OPIA Virtual Drop-In Office Hours with Jillian Tuck
May 9, 2025
2:00 pm – 4:00 pmHave 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.