The U.S. government is the largest civilian employer in the U.S., while working alongside it are state and local entities addressing the basic needs of citizens and communities in the areas of transportation, education, public health, public assistance, energy, natural resources, law, commerce, and more.
There are many opportunities for work in government at the federal, state, and local levels, as well as
internationally. Here are several resources, tips, and opportunities to help you get started.
Bucknell alumni and parents will offer realistic perspectives, advice, and tips on careers in Nonprofit, Law, and Government sectors.
CDC Intern Laura ’19 highlights three great companies in D.C area recruiting for full time positions, all of which have Bucknell alumni working there as well.
For the second year we are excited to welcome the Tri-State Diplomat in Residence to campus. This is a great opportunity for students. Check out all the great programs the Diplomat will offer while she is on campus Thursday, November 1.
Last summer FHFA hired 5 Bucknell Interns, this summer it could be you! Come learn more from our student panelists.
We are excited to help co-sponsor two upcoming events with the Political Science Department and the Bucknell Institute for Public Policy.
This is your chance to hear from alumni and friends of the University about the National Cryptologic Museum, the National Security Agency’s principle gateway to the public, in Fort Meade, MD.
Travel to D.C for a site visit at Accenture before the DC Career Fair later that night.
On this site visit you will learn about the overall industry/field, learn about the different roles within the company, and make contacts with in the company. Find out more in the full agenda of the day.
The purpose of this event is to offer students an environment to network with alumni, parents and representatives from the public and private sectors about their career paths, organizations and any volunteer, internship and full-time opportunities.
Join alumnus Raj Thangavelu ’98, member of the Alumni Board and the Bucknell Public Interest Program (BPIP) Advisory Committee, to learn more about working for a Federal Agency and how to apply.
Join us for a panel information session lunch on Tuesday, Oct 17 and hear from past Capitol Hill Internship Program scholarship recipients about their experiences and the application process.
Caroline Kehrli‘18 shares her internship experience working on Capitol Hill for The House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Office of Congressman Bill Shuster (PA-09).
Each week our CDC Interns pick a few internships or jobs to highlight a few from the Bridge that they think you’ll find particularly interesting. Follow tweets on @HireABison to get more updates on what’s happening on the Bridge.
Applications open for paid summer 2017 internships with the Partnership for Public Service