Government & Public Administration

Welcome to the Government & Public Administration Community! Learn more here about the different career paths you can pursue, get resources to start your career journey and take next steps to pursue career opportunities.

The positions in this category all include all the posts that make city, state and federal government agencies run. Positions include directors, elected leaders/legislators, administrative staff, and regulators to name a few. The jobs in this category are essential to provide services to community, planning for infrastructure & expansion, and organizing care for societies most vulnerable.  Many people find these positions provide excellent opportunities to make a difference.

Occupations within Government & Public Administration

Interning in the Washington State Legislature FAQ’s

If you have ever considered getting hands-on experience with the legislative process, then look closer at being an intern for the WA state legislature. When it comes to internships it helps to have great information about the opportunities available. The …

By Harrison Hughes
Harrison Hughes Career Coach
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Future Internships

Do you see an internship in your future? If not, why not? An internship can be beneficial in many ways. It can help you decide if the major you have chosen is a good fit for you or not. It …

By Maureen Summit
Maureen Summit Graduate Staff Assistant
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Marketing your diversity in a job search

In the article, How to market your diversity in your job search, Adejoke Adeboyejo highlights these tips to highlight the unique aspects of your professional background –

By Melanie Kiel
Melanie Kiel Career Coach
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Job Seeker Resources from the U.S. Department of State

Ever consider working abroad to represent the United States? The U.S. Department of State has published a list of resources to help job seekers find opportunities. I recommend paying special attention the the Pathways Programs as it includes options for …

By Harrison Hughes
Harrison Hughes Career Coach
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First Destination Survey Data

The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) offers an excellent tool for planning with their first destination survey results.

“NACE’s First-Destination Survey captures information regarding how new college graduates fare in their careers within six months of graduation. The …

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Harrison Hughes Career Coach
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Learn From Professionals – What is it like working in Government & Public Administration?

When making decisions about what career to pursue, hearing from professionals within the field can provide extremely valuable prospective. Consider …

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