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Interested in law, policy, or public service? Our Law & Government community connects you with opportunities in legal studies, international relations, public policy, and more. Learn about internships, explore graduate and law school pathways, and discover how you can shape systems and serve the public good.

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  4. On the bottom-left, click the green Save My Career Interests button.

Self-assessment and career exploration

  1. Do a Focus 2 assessment to help you discover majors and occupations that match your personal attributes.
  2. Use the What Can I Do With This Major? website as a starting point to learn what career paths are possible from each major. 
  3. Explore graduate school and consider if it’s right for you.
  4. Browse Government Career Guides.

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Last modified: Jul 31, 2025