Government Careers

Source: https://law.utexas.edu/careers/public-service/government/ Parent: https://law.utexas.edu/careers/outcomes/

Working for the government is an excellent way to get hands-on experience at the local, state, and federal levels. \ \ Lawyers in the government sector often receive a great amount of responsibility and practical experience, good benefits, and may achieve a better work-life balance than those in the private sector.

For those who are passionate about serving the public, working for the government is incredibly satisfying.\ \ To stay on top of opportunities, sign up to receive the Texas Law Public Service Listserv, which is available to current Texas Law students and alumni.

Interviewing & Networking Opportunities : - Texas Talks: Public Service Expo - Mock Interview Program: Public Sector - Public Service Career Fair - Equal Justice Works Career Fair - Additional Interview & Networking Programs

Additional Job Search Resources : - Job Bank on TEX – Powered by 12Twenty - Peer-to-Peer Insights About Government Agencies - Government Honors & Internship Handbook - Public Policy Handbook - Public Service Job Directory – PSJD

Student Fellowship Funding : - Summer Public Service Program - Texas Law Fellowships - Rapaport Center for Human Rights

Postgraduate Fellowship Funding : - Long Career Launch Program - Government Honor Programs - Rapaport Center for Human Rights