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Header List your present address and a phone number and email address where employers can reach you. If you are a current student, use your…

Working on a Political Campaign Ron Klain ’87, Hanna Fried ’08, and Mike Firestone ’13 54:27 – 03/11/2019 Ron Klain ’87, Hanna Fried ’08, and Mike…

To EIP or Not to EIP (2014) 60:00 – 03/13/2014 Do you see yourself somewhere other than a large law firm? Are you worried that if…

To EIP or Not to EIP (2016) 56:38 – 03/23/2016 Do you see yourself somewhere other than a large law firm? Are you worried that if…

The Indian Reorganization Act: How the Act’s History Shapes Modern Federal Indian Law and Policy Gina Allery 58:39 – 10/04/2018 Gina Allery, Deputy Director, U.S. Department…

The Future of Human Rights Advocacy in the U.S.Jamil Dakwar, Director of the ACLU Human Rights Program 56:07 – 11/15/2018 OPIA Wasserstein Fellow, Jamil Dakwar, Director…

While the Early Interview Program (EIP) and other law firm recruiting may be great opportunities for those looking to explore large law firms, they are…

Sometimes it is difficult to know where to start when thinking about your job search. Use OPIA’s resources to learn more about public interest law…

Your Job Search Questions Answered! General Job Search FAQs Summer Job Search FAQs Post-Grad Job Search FAQs Professionalism Guide Related Private…

Thank-you notes are a key part of following up after an interview. Always write a thank-you note or email within 24 hours after your interview.

Take time to anticipate the types of questions likely to be asked in your interviews. Think through what your answers would be without “scripting” them…

Your Job Search Questions Answered! General Job Search FAQs Summer Job Search FAQs Post-Grad Job Search FAQs Professionalism Guide…

An employer will likely ask for a list of contacts in order to help evaluate your candidacy. Some employers ask for references as part of…

These FAQs are designed to give you initial guidance on many of the most common post-grad public interest job search questions. If, after reading these,…

These FAQs are designed to give you initial guidance on many of the most common general public interest job search questions. If, after reading these,…

Qualities of a Strong Host Organization A good host organization provides high quality services, maintains an experienced and effective staff, demonstrates fiscal stability, collaborates on…

We understand that your choice of a career path depends on a variety of factors, including compensation (salary and benefits). In addition to pursuing work that fits your…

One of the best ways to get essential international public service experience and enhance your knowledge and skills is through a summer internship. Because the…

The more you prepare for each interview, the greater the likelihood that you will be offered a job. Use OPIA’s resources to learn how to…

Your cover letter is an excellent opportunity to communicate your personality, enthusiasm and professional strengths to an employer. While there is a standard format for…