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Winner and Finalists of the 2019 Award
August 15, 2022
Gary Bellow Public Service Award Congratulations to Emanuel Powell ’19, the 2019 Gary Bellow Public Service Award Winner, and to the finalists, anneke dunbar-gronke, Lindsay…
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Resume Layout Guidance
August 15, 2022
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…
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Working on a Political Campaign
August 15, 2022
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…
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To EIP or Not to EIP (2014)
August 15, 2022
To EIP or Not to EIP (2014) 60:00 – 03/13/2014 Are you wondering if the Early Interview Program right for you? Do you see yourself somewhere…
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To EIP or Not to EIP (2016)
August 15, 2022
To EIP or Not to EIP (2016) 56:38 – 03/23/2016 Are you wondering if the Early Interview Program is right for you? Do you see yourself…
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The Indian Reorganization Act: How the Act’s History Shapes Modern Federal Indian Law and Policy – Ft. Gina Allery
August 15, 2022
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…
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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…
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When EIP Isn’t Right for You
August 15, 2022
While the Early Interview Program (EIP) may be a great opportunity for those looking to interview with top firms, it isn’t for everyone and it’s…
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Finding the Right Fit
August 14, 2022
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…
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Negotiating Your Offer
August 14, 2022
Your Job Search Questions Answered! General Job Search FAQs Summer Job Search FAQs Post-Grad Job Search FAQs Professionalism Guide Related Private…
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Evaluating Offers and Communicating with Employers
August 14, 2022
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Interview Follow-Up: Thank-You Notes
August 14, 2022
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.
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Interview Questions
August 14, 2022
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…
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Preparing Materials
August 14, 2022
Your Job Search Questions Answered! General Job Search FAQs Summer Job Search FAQs Post-Grad Job Search FAQs Professionalism Guide…
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References
August 14, 2022
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…
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Post-Grad Public Interest Job Search FAQs
August 14, 2022
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,…
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General Public Interest Job Search FAQs
August 14, 2022
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,…
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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…
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Public Interest Compensation Information
August 14, 2022
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…
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Summer Internships
August 14, 2022
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…
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Interviewing
August 14, 2022
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…