Adalyn Richards, COL ’23, Denver, CO
This summer, I worked in the Human Rights and Special Prosecutions Section (HRSP) of the Criminal Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. As an undergraduate intern, I conducted background research on cases in …
Alexandru Lopotenco, COL ’24, Chisinau, Moldova
This summer I had the chance to gain one of the most fulfilling experiences I’ve had by working alongside a member of the parliament in my country. Together with him and other state officials, …
Check out this post from the Carpe Careers blog published on the Inside Higher Ed website – written by PhD/postdoc career advisors for PhD students and postdocs:
Danielle Uter, COL ’25, West Palm Beach, FL
I would like to begin by thanking the Career Services Summer Funding Committee for granting me the funding to take advantage of an opportunity to intern with the Florida State Attorney’s Office …
Choosing a career path can be difficult and even nerve-racking when you’re applying to jobs but don’t even know what a day in the role would look like. Externships, typically short programs where you shadow a professional, can help give …
Many agencies and government departments use environmental law services to protect their interests. So do businesses, advocacy organizations, and law firms that represent individuals.
Environmental law is a growing field with a broad scope of work that encompasses issues related …
Have you ever wanted to talk to someone in an industry of interest, but you didn’t know what to ask them? Have you wanted to connect with Penn alumni, but you’re feeling intimidated by the conversation?
Informational interviews are incredibly …
For many, the thought of finding a government job can feel a bit mysterious – perhaps even daunting. When should I apply? Where do I look? How long does it take? Who will hire me? These are all questions we hear …
Luisa Fernandez, COL ’23, Philadelphia, PA
This summer I spent eight weeks working as a Research Assistant at Magee Womens Research Institute (MWRI) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I was part of their Student Summer Internship Program and was one of 8 …
Check out this post from the Carpe Careers blog published on the Inside Higher Ed website – written by PhD/postdoc career advisors for PhD students and postdocs:
