Welcome to Pitt’s Policy, Law & Public Service Career Community! Students in this community will have an interest in analyzing information, criminal investigations, government regulations, and critical thinking. Career opportunities in this field include, but are not limited to, public administrators, analysts, lawyers, police officers, emergency managers, and criminal investigators. Students can work in a variety of sectors including government, legislation, activism, court systems, non-profits, NGOs, and law enforcement.

Schedule an appointment anytime.  Find your consultant below.

  • Alex Ball:  Pre-Law | History | History & Philosophy of Science | Philosophy | Political Science | Politics & Philosophy
  • Carol Balk:  Administration of Justice | Law, Criminal Justice & Society | Legal Studies | Public Service | Urban Studies | Urban Planning
  • Erin Wheeler:  Economics
  • Raquel Montalvo Perez:  NCAA Student Athletes

How to write a cover letter for a journalism job or internship

NPR Training
March 5, 20215:50 PM ET

By: Holly J. Morris

My Name

My letterhead doesn’t have to be fancy, it just has to exist!

Dear Specific Person Whose Name I Obtained, Showing I Have Reporting Skills,*

I am …

By Alissa Clark
Alissa Clark
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Law School Exploration Series coming in July

From July 15–17, Pitt students can explore law schools across the country through virtual tours while connecting directly with admissions representatives. Discover which schools might be the right fit for you and make a strong impression ahead of application season.

By Alex Ball
Alex Ball Pre-Law & Social Sciences Career Consultant
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Resume and CV Writing Tips – Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Evidence-informed data from sources including the 3rd edition of the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Usage Report from Jobscan, shows that most companies today rely on applicant tracking systems (ATS) to help them with the hiring process. These companies do not …

By Ingrid Beute
Ingrid Beute Career Consultant, Engineering & Science & Career Champions Program Coordinator
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Find A Job That Aligns With Your Values With These 5 Steps

Nearly two-thirds of employees are potentially leaving their jobs over the next year due to lack of alignment between their values and that of their employers, Amba’s Generation Gap: Understanding The Priorities of The Gen-Z Workforce 2022 report revealed.

Why?

By Rachel Wells
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GoinGlobal – Job, Internship and Cultural Resources for International and Domestic Students

GoinGlobal is a fantastic resource for all students, including those looking for jobs and internships both within and outside of the United States. Whether you dream of working in your home country, exploring opportunities in other countries, or embarking on …

By Ingrid Beute
Ingrid Beute Career Consultant, Engineering & Science & Career Champions Program Coordinator
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Connect with Alumni

Reach out to any of these alumni who have shared their profiles in Pitt Commons.

  • Pittsburgh
  • Associate Attorney Steptoe & Johnson PLLC
Meet Zack
  • Washington DC
  • Foreign Service Officer US Department of State
Meet Bradford
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Program Specialist Federal Emergency Management Agency
Meet Delaney
  • Dallas, TX
Meet Sarina
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • University of Pittsburgh School of Law
Meet Kellie
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Associate Eckert Seamans
Meet Derek
  • Providence, Rhode
  • Research Associate Colombo Climate
Meet Sam
  • Rutherfordton, NC
  • Retired
Meet Brock
  • Pittsburgh, PA
Meet Amanda
  • Philadelphia, PA
Meet Radhika
  • Savannah, GA
  • Director Georgia Southern University
Meet Jazzkia
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Venture Programs Manager University of Oklahoma
Meet Micah
   

Did you know?

The University of Pittsburgh was the top destination for Class of 2020 grads who went on to law school, followed by the University of Pennsylvania. Visit our Success After Pitt site to check out the details!

Career Center In-Person Services

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  • 412-383-4473
  • Open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • Drop-In Hours: Monday-Friday, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

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