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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.

The Power of Support: Leveraging Connections to Chart Your Path

As you navigate your first year of law school and begin your journey in the legal industry, it is important to build a network that you can lean on for support, guidance, and mentorship. There will be twists and turns …

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Navigating the First Year of Law School: 1L Timeline

The first month of 1L year is like a whirlwind—from trying to survive the Socratic Method to learning how to outline effectively to figuring out a study method that will land you on top of the curve. And while you are …

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Several Scholarships Available for Students Pursuing Graduate Studies

Several unique scholarship opportunities have recently opened their application processes for this year’s application cycle. These are just a small handful of examples of scholarships funding graduate studies at universities in the US, with very varied eligibility requirements, but all …

By Eli Heller (He/Him)
Eli Heller (He/Him) Career Coach
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What to Ask During a Networking Interview

Networking is a critical component of your legal job search. Each professional connection you make is an opportunity for mentorship and potentially the foundation of a future job, so it's important to keep cultivating these relationships no matter what stage of the job search you’re …

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Summer Associate Tips for Success

Winston & Strawn's Hiring Committee Chair William O'Neil offers advice to help aspiring lawyers stand out from the crowd during OCI and make the most of their summer associate experience.

Vault: What are the key things you look for on a …

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Student Stories & Advice

Alyssa Barba

Student Stories & Advice
  • Finance Assistant Mullet for Governor
Meet Alyssa

CJ Bermudes

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  • Masters of Arts in International Relations Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies
Meet CJ

Jon M

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  • 2nd Lieutenant United States Marine Corps
Meet Jon

Saghar Amini

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  • Legislative Assistant State of Washington
Meet Saghar

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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Meet Lucille

Michael Muster

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  • Nuclear Shift Test Engineer Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
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Sarah Wells

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  • Grants/Contracts Operations Analyst Idaho State Dept. of Agriculture
Meet Sarah

Featured Resources

Exploring & Preparing for Law School

Law schools have a vested interest in enrolling not only good students, but good people who they think would excel …

Preparing for the LSAT

For an overview of the LSAT process and content, you can view this resource from the LSAC – Admission Made …

Applying to Law School

The law school application process has a number of components, so whether you’re still figuring out which schools to apply …

Pre-Law Guides & Handouts

These guides and infographics will assist you in learning more about the application process:

Pre-Law Guide

Applying to Law School …

Law / Government / Policy Search Engines

USA Jobs

As the federal government’s official employment site, USA Jobs connects job seekers with federal employment opportunities across the …

Diplomat in Residence

Learn About Careers, Paid Internships and Fellowships in Diplomacy – All Majors Welcome

The U.S. Department of State has the pleasure …

Career & Industry Guides

Vault Career Guide to Law, Fourth Edition
Practice Perspectives: Vault’s Guide to Legal Practice Areas, 2024 Edition

Practice Perspectives: Vault’s Guide to Legal Practice Areas is the insider’s guide to what it’s really like to practice at …

Vault Guide to the First Year of Law School

The Vault Guide to the First Year of Law School offers advice for new law students on surviving law school, …

Vault Guide to Law Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Criminal Justice Jobs

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …