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Resources to Find Government and Political Jobs

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This resource outlines websites featuring positions within government agencies or the political realm.

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How to Answer: ‘Tell Me About Yourself’

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Interviews often begin with one question that sets the tone for everything that follows. In fact, 93% of hiring managers ask candidates “Tell me about yourself”, making it the most common interview question.

That means your answer is not just …

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How to Write the “Why X Law School?” Essay (With Examples)

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Your “Why X Law School?” essay might be one of the shortest parts of your law school application, but it’s also one of the most important. Done well, it shows admissions committees that you’re not just a qualified applicant, but …

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Is It OK to Ask About Layoffs During an Interview? Yes—Here’s How

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The job market can be unpredictable, and layoffs are a reality in many industries. Whether you’ve experienced one yourself or just want to avoid being caught off guard, it’s natural to wonder about job security before accepting a new position. …

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Diplomacy in Action: A Summer at the Bulgarian Consulate

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Asen Nechev, COL ’28, Tromso, Norway & Sofia, Bulgaria

This summer, I had the honor of working as an intern at the Consulate General of Bulgaria in New York. Over the course of two months, I became part of a …

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Handshake

Handshake is Career Services’ powerful platform for University of Pennsylvania students, postdocs and alumni served by our office. Handshake uses …

GoGovernment.org

This site is designed to be your guide as you consider, apply, and secure federal employment.

Idealist

Idealist is all about connecting idealists – people who want to do good – with opportunities for action and collaboration. With more …

Federal Internship Finder

The federal government offers many exciting job opportunities, but they can be difficult to find, track and navigate, complicated by …

Policy Research (Includes Think Tanks)

This is a list of jobs, internships, fellowships, professional associations and sample employers focused on policy research.

Partnership for Public Service

The Partnership for Public Service presents strategies agencies can use in California and nationwide to recruit and hire a new …

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