Public Interest Job Search Resources
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Public interest law spans a wide variety of practice areas and settings, but shares the common goal of providing legal services to under-represented populations and issues. Loyola encourages students and alumni to incorporate public interest work into their career plans whether it is as a pro bono opportunity or working in the public interest community. The Office of Career Services hopes the following information is useful to you in this effort.
LINKS TO PUBLIC INTEREST WEBSITES
Links to the websites of various public interest organizations.
GETTING PUBLIC INTEREST EXPERIENCE DURING LAW SCHOOL
Opportunities to incorporate public interest and government work into your academic career and gain valuable skills and experience.
PUBLIC INTEREST FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunities to receive funding for otherwise unpaid public interest internships.
PUBLIC INTEREST CAREER PLANNING HANDOUT
This document contains basic background information on careers in public service, job search tips, and an extensive list of resources and programs.
FELLOWSHIP INFORMATION
Information for students interested in applying for post-graduate fellowships.
PILI INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Information regarding the Public Interest Law Initiative's summer internship opportunities.
STUDENT DEBT RELIEF
Information on debt relief programs for those who pursue public interest careers.
MIDWEST PUBLIC INTEREST LAW CAREER CONFERENCE
A public interest and government job fair hosted by the schools of the Chicago Area Law School Consortium.
PSLAWNET
An online resource connecting public interest law job-seekers with their ideal opportunities.
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