"Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country." John F. Kennedy, former president of the United States.

Lawrence's rigorous liberal arts curriculum prepares you to make a difference in the world and equips you with a skill set that is especially relevant to careers in government, law, and international affairs. Individuals in this career community often understand historical context, exhibit critical thinking, and display passion for service in a range of contexts, including NGOs, government agencies, think tanks, or within the private sector. 

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Already joined the GLI career community? Go to the GLI Resource Portal. You'll also find career-specific resources related to government, law and international affairs, such as law, politics, local, state, and federal government, NGOs, and more!

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Career Development Resources 

Don't know how to start looking for an internship or job? Need help writing a resume or cover letter? Check out these useful guides.

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Workshops and Programs

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  • Exploring Law: A Visit to Marquette University Law School (Tuesday, November 11th 2025, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm CST)

    Mon, 10/13/2025 - 12:53pm
    When: Tuesday, November 11th 2025, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm CST Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Thinking about law school? Come see what it’s really like! During this visit to Marquette University Law School in Milwaukee, you’ll explore campus, learn about Marquette’s law program, and get insider advice on applying to law school, both at Marquette and law school in general. You’ll also hear about what it’s like to build a career in law today.This is a day-long trip to Milwaukee on Tuesday of Week Nine with space for only five students. Because spots are limited, please register only if you are certain you can attend and are comfortable missing class time that day. If your availability is uncertain or you might decide not to participate on the morning of November 11, we ask that you do not register and wait for another opportunity—there will be more trips like this in the future.If the trip is full and you want to attend, sign up on the waiting list as students sometimes change plans and spots open up.In order to give Marquette time to prepare for our visit, the registration deadline is November 3rd at noon. Agenda8am - Depart Lawrence10am - Arrive at Marquette Law School1pm - Depart Marquette Law School Stop for lunch on drive back to Appleton3:30/4:00pm - Arrive at Lawrence

Internship Spotlight 

Lawrence has existing partnerships with local and national arts organizations, such as: 

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Bread for the World equips people to write personal letters and emails, meet with their members of Congress, and to work with others to end hunger. Working through churches, campuses, and other organizations, we engage people in organized advocacy. For the past several years, BftW has offered a Lawrence-Funded Internship for a Lawrence intern.

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Get Funding for Internships

As a Lawrence student, you're eligible to apply for funding to support summer internships. Funding can help defray transportation costs, living expenses, and more so you can pursue opportunities that will expand your classroom learning and help you acquire important transferrable skills for future success.

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Relevant Student Organizations 

Joining a student organization can connect you with peers with similar interests and goals. Get involved, learn, experience, and give back. 

Alumni Connections

Alumni can offer invaluable insights into your fields of interest and provide career advice to help you reach your goals.  

These Lawrence alumni are currently working in communications, journalism, or the written arts:

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Professional Associations

Professional associations are a great source of field-specific information, career path ideas, and networking contacts. Examples of associations for government, law, and international affairs professionals: