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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FIVE WOMEN WHO MADE HISTORY IN US POLITICS

Throughout US history, women have been historically underrepresented in all aspects of politics. While we look to close the gender gap in politics, it is important to remember the accomplishments of the women who came before us and did their …

By Erin Wheeler
Erin Wheeler Career Consultant
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Convincing Gen Z to work in the federal government

An effort to recruit a new generation of employees includes job fairs and more internships

By Andrew Zaleski

Updated March 29, 2023 at 7:32 a.m. EDT | Published March 29, 2023 at 6:00 a.m. EDT

When she entered the University of …

By Erin Wheeler
Erin Wheeler Career Consultant
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Negotiating Salary as a New Graduate

Congratulations soon-to-be Pitt graduate or recent graduate! Landing the job is just the beginning; negotiating your salary is pivotal in ensuring you are fairly compensated for your skills and potential, experience, and the value you bring to the table. But …

By Ingrid Beute
Ingrid Beute Career Consultant, Engineering & Science & Career Champions Program Coordinator
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What Are the Benefits of Interns and Why Do Companies Hire Them?

What is an intern?

An intern is a developing professional who works at a company for a short time to gain entry-level experience and knowledge about a particular career field. Interns are most often college students, though other adults can …

By Indeed Editorial Team
Indeed Editorial Team
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10 Sustainability Careers That Make a Difference

As the public increasingly desires organizations to reduce their environmental impact, the sustainability field experiences a high demand for talented people. This industry involves the application of social science, environmental science and civil engineering to conserve the earth’s resources by …

By Lewis Kiptanui, SRHM - Indeed Team
Lewis Kiptanui, SRHM - Indeed Team
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Resume Samples

This resume should be downloaded and can be used as an editable Word document. You will use your own content …

This resume should be downloaded and can be used as an editable Word document. You will use your own content …

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 >
  • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
  • Senior Leadership Development Consultant Kappa Delta Sorority
Meet Jillian >
  • Pittsburgh, PA
Meet Colin >
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Student Shadow Magee-Womens Hospital Of UPMC
Meet Diya >
  • Butler, PA
  • ScholarCHEF Community Engagement Intern Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation
Meet Sophia >
  • Northampton, PA
Meet Lucas >
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Senior Public Health Project Manager University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health
Meet Harley (she/her) >
  • Pittsburgh, PA
Meet Jayson >
  • Pittsburgh, PA
Meet Lois >
  • Reston, VA
Meet Richie >
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Dietary Aide William Penn Continuing Care Campus
Meet Alexis-Grace >
   

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