Departments
OPIA
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Narratives about Working in Governmental Settings
August 8, 2022
Antonio L. Cortes, YLS ’89 Koror State Government, Republic of Palau Beginning three years after graduating from Yale Law School, I was fortunate to spend…
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Narratives about Working in Entrepreneurial Settings
August 8, 2022
Julia Harrington, HLS ’95 Institute for Human Rights and Development in Africa I decided to go to law school after working for a year in…
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Lobbying
August 8, 2022
A lobbyist is paid by an organization to promote the organization’s positions to federal and state legislatures and, less frequently, to administrative agencies. Lobbyists may…
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Lifestyles and International Work
August 8, 2022
There is no question that international positions can alter one’s lifestyle more so than domestic government positions. International work can require long hours, and several…
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Legislative
August 8, 2022
Lawyers often play a major role in the development, negotiation, and drafting of new legislation or amendments to existing legislation. Both legislative staffers and elected…
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Legal Research and Writing
August 8, 2022
Legal writing refers generally to the analysis of fact patterns and presentation of arguments in legal memos and briefs. The vast majority of legal internships…
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Learn More About NGOs
August 8, 2022
What types of NGOs exist? NGOs generally fall under one of two categories: international NGOs (INGOs) and “local” NGOs. In the former category are large…
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International Public Interest Work in U.S. Governments The opportunities in government for international work are very diverse, as global issues span many different types of…
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International Public Interest Resources at HLS
August 5, 2022
HLS Programs and Offices OPIA offers many resources for students interested in international public service work. Many of our advisers have expertise in international work, including: international…
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2024 Fall V-PIIP Virtual Interviews Bidding Deadline
August 4, 2022
The bidding period for the 2023 Fall V-PIIP Virtual Interviews closes on August 21st at noon.
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2024 Fall V-PIIP Resume Collection Bidding Deadline
August 4, 2022
The 2024 Fall V-PIIP Resume Collection bidding deadline is September 12 at noon. Review the Step-by-Step Guide to V-PIIP Bidding in Symplicity CSM for instructions on how to upload your materials and bid through the V-PIIP Resume Collection program.
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Staff Attorney – Center for Death Penalty Litigation
August 4, 2022
Deadline: January 15, 2024. Learn more about the Staff Attorney position.
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Intergovernmental Organizations (IGOs)
July 27, 2022
The term intergovernmental organization (IGO) refers to an entity created by treaty, involving two or more nations, to work in good faith, on issues of…
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International Entrepreneurial Settings
July 27, 2022
An exciting way to practice international law is to create your own practice concerning an issue of your choice. An entrepreneur in any profession, whether…
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Intake and Referral
July 27, 2022
In-person or phone intake interviews and screenings of clients with legal problems. Identification of key issues and referrals to appropriate lawyers and other service providers…
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Litigation: Impact
July 27, 2022
Planning, preparing, and filing or defending law suits focused on changing laws or on the rights of specific groups of people. Impact litigation is brought…
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What Is Public Interest Law?
July 27, 2022
Either start or deepen your exploration of the breadth and depth of public interest careers. Practice Settings Types of work environments, offices,…
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How to Break into the International NGO Field
July 27, 2022
The NGO world is vast and the work varied. Like any job search, you first need to figure out where you want to work through…
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International U.S. Government Work
July 27, 2022
In recent years, interest in international government service has increased dramatically with applicants seeking opportunities in greater numbers than ever before, both at home and…
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Entering International Public Interest Law
July 27, 2022
The world of international public interest law is vast and the settings and practices are diverse. The decision to embark on an international career comes…
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Public Service Practice Settings
July 26, 2022
Public service practice takes place in legal services and law reform organizations, as well as in government agencies at all levels. It encompasses charities, educational…