7 Steps to a Career in Public Policy

Published on June 7, 2020

Erica Mattison, MPA, JD, CCSP
Mission-driven leader & strategist supporting sustainable, healthy, equitable communities | Career coach & presenter
15 articles

Oftentimes I meet people who say, “I want to work in public policy, but I …

By Erica Mattison
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By Justin Tabor
May 6, 2021

The two main goals of PST are to get Volunteers trained in relevant technical and language skills. So, even if you have no experience in education or health – or have never spoken a foreign …

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How to Job Hunt in a Post-College, Post-Pandemic World

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Apr 27, 2021 10:00 AM

The class of 2021 is entering a tricky job market in a time of transition. Many segments in the social-impact sector have been hit hard by the pandemic—and though some organizations are bouncing …

By Rebecca Bell
Rebecca Bell Associate Director of Career and Professional Development for SBS
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Your Street Address Doesn’t Belong on Your Resume Anymore—Here’s What Does

When you’re listing your contact information in the header of your resume, you may assume your street address is part of that. And for a long time you would’ve been right. But in our increasingly online world—when’s the last time …

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10 Great—and Very Different—Jobs for Economics Majors

As you get ready to graduate with a degree in economics—or maybe as you’re choosing your major—you’re bound to be wondering what sort of jobs you’re qualified for. You likely know that you can go into investment banking or management …

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Why you should make time for visiting law school reps

I know what you’re thinking when you see that event listing for another visit from a law school admissions rep:

“I’m not really interested in that school.”

Or maybe, “I already visited the law school, so why do I need …

By Diane Curtis
Diane Curtis Pre-Law Advisor & Senior Lecturer
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Where to Find Journalism Opportunities

Wondering where to find opportunities in the Journalism field?

Check out more than 25 places to find journalism jobs and internships!

By Odessa Burkett
Odessa Burkett Assistant Director of Career and Professional Development for SBS
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Humans of SBS: AFP Diversity Fellows

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I like to plan and make lists. Daily lists, monthly lists, everything was planned to a T, and I had a fabulous five year plan after senior high school; Graduate, move to South Africa for university and study law, …

By Odessa Burkett
Odessa Burkett Assistant Director of Career and Professional Development for SBS
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Building Your Career Skills: A Virtual one-week SBS Summer Series

This summer, the SBS Career Team is hosting an interactive and engaging rising sophomore & junior career skills preparation series via Zoom. For one week, June 7th-June 11th, students will virtually participate in a variety of workshops such as: self-exploration …

By Rachel Noto
Rachel Noto Assistant Director of Field Experience and Employer Engagement
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17 Websites You Should Know If You’re Searching For A Job In The Social Enterprise or Nonprofit Sector

Looking for a job can be an overwhelming process, especially when looking for something that matches your passion for meaning, ethics and sustainability across diverse industries. Below is a list of resources that help take the guesswork out of the …

By The Good Trade
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