Policy, Law & Public Service – Pitt Career Central

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.

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Resume and CV Writing Tips – Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Published on August 13, 2024

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

Fall Fairs and Prep Events

Published on August 9, 2024

The Fall Career & Internship Fair is a must-attend event for any students seeking internships, jobs and other opportunities. The Career Center wants to help you feel prepared, so make a game plan for taking advantage of the events and …

By Alyson Kavalukas

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

Published on August 8, 2024

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

Developing a strong CV for Your Graduate School Application: How it Differs from a Resume

Published on August 6, 2024

Embarking on your journey to graduate school involves creating a Curriculum Vitae (CV) that stands out. While a CV can be quite similar to a resume in some aspects, for graduate school applications, it serves a very different purpose. Unlike …

By Ingrid Beute

Finding Your Purpose: The Importance of Understanding Your Values

Published on April 17, 2024

When exploring careers, many consider whether an occupation will be personally fulfilling to them or not. This personal fulfillment can come in many different forms. For example, some folks are most satisfied by helping others, while others find joy in …

By Holly Schultz

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Pre-Law Student Resume SampleShare This: Share Pre-Law Student Resume Sample on FacebookShare Pre-Law Student Resume Sample on LinkedInShare Pre-Law Student Resume Sample on X
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