Law, Justice, Government and Public Policy
Welcome to our virtual community space designed for college students pursuing careers in the law, justice, and public policy industry. The platform provides curated resources, including job postings and insights into research, analysis, and the application of knowledge about how people live and interact within societies. Whether you aspire to be a social worker, researcher, policy analyst, market researcher or political consultant, this community equips you with the tools, knowledge, and connections to succeed in the social sciences field.
People who are interested in Law and policy might be interested in careers that are heavily focused on planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety, protective services, and homeland security, including professional and technical support services.
Special Scholarship Opportunity: Apply by Friday, May 9, 2025.
| This scholarship of $1,500 is designed to ease the financial burden often associated with unpaid or low-paid internships, helping students focus on professional development and meaningful experiences. Eligible applicants must be current college students who are either from the state of Georgia or attend a Georgia-based institution and must be interning in Washington, D.C., for a minimum of six weeks during the summer. Apply Today! Please download the scholarship application here and return completed forms to Samantha Cadet at samanthacadet22@gmail.com. |
Special Opportunity: Apply for Georgia Legislative Internship Program
View this Internship Brochure to learn more about the Georgia Legislative Internship Program where participants will receive firsthand experience gaining knowledge in how the state government and legislative process works while making lifelong career contacts and friendships. Applicants must be a junior or senior in college and not graduating before the start of the legislative session. Learn more about applying today! Applications are normally due in Mid-October, with internships starting each January as the Legislative Session begins.
Check out the resources Stepping Blocks and What Can I Do With This Major? below to explore more.
Common career pathways associated with Law, Justice, Government and Public Policy include but are not limited to:
- Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms Agent
- Arson Investigator
- Pre-law – Attorney
- Bailiff
- Campaign Assistant
- City Clerk
- Court Administrator
- Court Liaison Counselor
- Criminologist
- Cryptanalyst
- Cryptographer
- Customs Agent
- Cyber Forensic Analyst
- Demographer
- Deputy U.S. Marshal
- Drug Court Personnel
- Drug Enforcement Agent
- G.B.I. or F.B.I. Agent
- Loss Prevention Specialist
- Personnel & Labor Relations Manager
- Political Consultant
- Police Officer
- Postal Service Investigator
- Private Investigator
- Private Security Office
- Secret Service Agent
- State Trooper
- Demographer
- District Program Manager
- Foreign Service Officer
- Internal Revenue Agent
- Law Enforcement
