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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.

Career Conversations Podcast

Frank conversations to help you navigate changing times.

Going beyond resumes, interviews or cover letters, each Career Conversation brings a unique perspective on relevant topics for you and your professional development.

All episodes also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

By Meaghan Wood (She/Her)
Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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I Am the Law Podcast: “Why They Chose Law: Family Ties, Media Influence, and Career Purpose”

What really draws people to become lawyers? In this special bonus episode, we draw on previously unpublished clips with recent guests. You’ll hear from lawyers inspired by family members in the profession, those who found their calling through student government …

By Meaghan Wood (She/Her)
Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship [deadline 1/30!]

The Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship trains and inspires new leaders in the movement to end hunger and poverty in the United States. Fellows gain vital first-hand experience through placements with community-based organizations across the country as well as policy-focused …

By Meaghan Wood (She/Her)
Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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Student Success: “Walk Ambitiously with Me”

Read the full article written by Xitlaly Mendoza, ’26 on the Evans School of Public Policy website. Start reading below…

Walk Ambitiously with Me

By Xitlaly Mendoza, ’26 

As I reflect back on my summer, something I will carry …

By Meaghan Wood (She/Her)
Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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Six Steps to Prepare for Law School

Read the full article by Alison Monahan on the National Jurist website. Start reading below…

In some ways, you’ve been preparing for law school your whole life. People talk a lot about how law school “teaches you to think like …

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Meaghan Wood (She/Her) Career Coach
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Student Stories & Advice

Ethan Brown

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  • Master of Public Policy, McCourt School of Public Policy Georgetown University
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Zachary Merlesena

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  • MPH, Health Policy & Management University of California, Berkeley
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Emma Rubbert

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  • Walsh School of Foreign Service, Masters of Arts in Security Studies Georgetown University
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Maggie O’Brien

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  • Senior Government Healthcare Consulting Informatics Analyst Mercer
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Jill B

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  • Real Estate Analyst Microsoft
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Katherine Shulock

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  • Regional Liaison Washington State Department of Health
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Alyssa Barba

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  • Finance Assistant Mullet for Governor
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CJ Bermudes

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  • Masters of Arts in International Relations Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies
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Jon M

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  • 2nd Lieutenant United States Marine Corps
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Saghar Amini

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  • Legislative Assistant State of Washington
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Ewan Cameron

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  • JD Student UW School of Law
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Madison Keiran

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  • Grad Student - European Politics & Policy University College London
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Alaska Airlines Career & Internship Center
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Alaska Airlines is a steadfast partner in the University of Washington’s mission to serve Washington — and the world. Together, we share values around education, leadership, inclusion and philanthropy for the greater good. As a generous supporter of the Career & Internship Center since 2016, we thank Alaska Airlines for their work in enhancing student career programming and helping to prepare students to build successful careers.

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