Public Interest Job Search Databases
Searching for a job in public interest or government is best done through word of mouth. However, there are a number of job search databases where such organizations post jobs for law clerks and new attorneys.
- CPD highlights public interest clerkships and jobs in the bi-weekly Public Interest Press, opportunities will occasionally be posted on CPD's Career Center.
- You can also find them on the websites of your favorite public interest organizations.
- Opportunities across the nation are listed on www.pslawnet.org. Simply login, select search "opportunities" for “internship-paid." You can select any state or city you wish!
- Remember, many public interest organizations, nonprofits and government offices are often running on shoestring budgets, you may need to secure a fellowship to fund your public interest job during the summer or post-graduation.
For public interest organizations, check out:
For positions with government offices (city, county, state or federal), check out:
For international public interest opportunities, check out: