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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Life After Pitt: Essential Tips for Navigating your Job Search Journey

Published on April 10, 2025

As you approach the final stretch of your college journey, the looming question of what comes next can feel both exciting and overwhelming. It’s time to dive into the job search process and kickstart your career. But fear not dear …

By Ingrid Beute

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

Published on February 12, 2025

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

Find A Job That Aligns With Your Values With These 5 Steps

Published on September 7, 2024

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.

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By Rachel Wells

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

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