Establishing Local Government
Local Government
City Management
Financial Administration
Budget Analysis
General Services
Community Affairs
Social Services
Urban Planning
Local Central
Counties
Municipalities
Townships
School districts
Special district
Local Bridge
earn local government job application procedures. Develop a network of contacts.
Check statistics on growing communities for best opportunities. Gain relevant experience through an internship or
volunteer position. Conduct applicable research that could be useful to your community. Get involved in community organizations and events
State Government
State Government
Administrative Services
Legislature
Judicial
Various departments of state government
Legislative agencies including:
Legislative Reference Services, Bill Drafting
Services, Legislative Councils and
Budgeting and Auditing staffs
State Supreme Courts
Personal staff of legislators
Intermediate Appellate Courts
Trial Courts of General Jurisdiction
Trial Courts of Limited Jurisdiction
Research the organization of your state government.
Develop specialized skills and interests for particular
populations or issues, e.g. disability, education,
homelessness, etc.
Develop strong research and writing skills.
Make political contacts through local legislators of
both houses. Volunteer to work on political campaigns.
Make contacts through referrals and informational interviews plan to earn a law degree to qualify for opportunities
Federal Government
Federal Government
Legislature
Administrative Staff
Home District
Committee
Judicial Branch
Executive Branch
Office of the President
Management and Budget
Administration
Council of Economic Advisors
Trade Representatives
Executive Departments
Independent Agencies
Coordination and Public Safety
Emergency Response Policy
Environmental Protection Agency
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Federal Emergency Management Agency
General Services Administration
National Archives & Records Administration
Regulatory Commission
Office of Personnel Management
Securities & Exchange Commission
Authority Information Agency
International Development Cooperation
There are a large number of niche areas and
specialized agencies within the federal
government. Do extensivie research in order to
find the area that best matches your skills and
interests. Take courses or minor in applicable interest area(s).
Research applicable public service exams and hiring procedures.
Complete an internship in a related area.
Maintain a high-grade point average to qualify for government employment.
Consider earning a graduate degree to prepare for the largest number of opportunities
Business
Business
Human Resources
Budget Analysis
Management
Sales/Marketing
Management Consulting
Occupational Safety Coordination
Public Relation
Business firms
Contracting and consulting firms
Association management firm
Develop strong analytical, communication and
technical skills. Obtain related work experience in a business setting through internships and summer or part-time jobs. Earn a minor in business.
Hone computer skills and learn software packages
such as databases, spreadsheets and presentations.
Get involved in student organizations and seek
leadership roles.
Non Profit
Non Profit
Administration
Development
Program Management
Policy Analysis
Research
Grant Writing
Local and national nonprofit agencies and
foundations
Charitable organizations
Trade or professional organizations
Research organizations and think tanks
Educational institutions
anticipate in internships and/or volunteer activities
for related experience. Develop strong communication and leadership skills. Become a member of relevant organizations and seek leadership roles. Develop strong research skills and learn how to write grants. Research the organizations' values to find a good fit
with yours. It is critical that you are
knowledgeable about and care about the work
you're going to do