Our lobby  is open 9:00-4:30, Monday-Friday. We also offer virtual appointments.

Lobby Closure: April 15th (all day).

Welcome to the Law, Government, and Policy interest community!

Members of this community are interested in careers that provide services to the public while often working for the public’s best interest in mind.  People who pursue careers in law, government, or policy develop skills in writing, public speaking, relationship building, interpersonal and intercultural communication, conflict resolution, outreach, systems-thinking, analysis, and problem solving.

Examples of career pathways include (but are not limited to): lawyers, legal assistants, paralegals, public policy, international development, researchers, engineers, finance and budgeting, managers, activists, community organizers, analysts, politics, advocacy and local, statewide, tribal or federal administrators.

Companies Hiring for Law, Government, and Policy Roles at Wednesday’s Winter Fair

Preparing to apply for a job or internship for this quarter or beyond? The 2026 Spring In-Person Fair is this Wednesday, April 15, and will feature 67 employers representing dozens of industries and interests. Looking for roles that relate to …

By Angela Cabatbat (She/Her)
Angela Cabatbat (She/Her) Employer Engagement Manager
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NextGen Undergraduate Policy Competition [Register by 4/5]

Are you interested in public policy, public service, or solving real-world challenges?

We invite you to participate in the first annual NextGen Undergraduate Policy Competition on Friday, April 24 in Mary Gates Hall. This one-day event brings together undergraduate students …

By Meaghan Wood (She/Her)
Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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City of Seattle & Y Social Impact Center: Get Engaged program is now accepting applications! [due 4/24]

The City of Seattle and the Y Social Impact Center are excited to announce that the Get Engaged program is now accepting applications!

Get Engaged places individuals ages 18-29 on the City of Seattle’s boards and commissions. Get Engaged board …

By Meaghan Wood (She/Her)
Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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NextGen Civic Leader Corps Grad Panel [4/9]

NextGen Civic Leader Corps from the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance is hosting a grad panel for undergraduate students! Join in to hear from grad students attending the UW School of Law and the Evans School.

Pathways to …

By Meaghan Wood (She/Her)
Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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Apply Now for a Washington Sea Grant State Fellowship! [apps due 4/29]

Washington Sea Grant offers unique, paid educational opportunities for emerging professionals.   Highly motivated, qualified individuals are teamed with mentors in a host office for one to two years, working on marine and coastal projects. Apply for the Hershman Fellowship, the …

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Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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Madison Keiran

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