Public Service Internships
Making the Difference Federal Internship Program offers paid federal internships in a wide range of government offices across the U.S. Since government is one area of the job market that is still hiring for internships and new employees, finding an internship at a government agency can be advantageous for students who are unable to immediately find internships or jobs in their selected major or field of interest.
Due to the numerous opportunities available, I believe that there are many students who could find internships or jobs in one of these offices that would not only meet many of their career goals but also would provide them with valuable job experience as well. In addition, interning at one of these agencies also gives students an opportunity to meet professionals currently working in the field who may be willing to provide recommendation letters in the future. Continue reading ...
Article by, Penny Loretto, a career counselor at a small liberal arts college in upstate New York, has her own private career counseling practice, Career Choice, and is About.com's Guide to Internships.
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