School-Specific Resources

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• • Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences
  • www.acjs.org
• Tags: Criminal Justice, School of Public Affairs

  The Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences is an international association established in 1963 to foster professional and scholarly activities in the field of criminal justice. Explore ACJS's website to find more information on certification, membership benefits, employment listings, and regional organizations.

• • American Association of People with Disabilities
  • www.aapd.com
• Tags: College of Arts and Sciences, School of Communication, School of International Service, School of Public Affairs, Disability Support Services, Diversity

  The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), the country's largest cross-disability membership organization, organizes the disability community to be a powerful voice for change - politically, economically, and socially. AAPD fulfills this mission through its career and leadership programs for individuals with disabilities, including offering internships and supporting the Greater Washington Internship Coalition. Visit the website for events, membership, and internship information.

• • American Bar Association
  • www.abanet.org/home.html
• Tags: College of Arts and Sciences, Kogod School of Business, Law, School of Communication, School of International Service, School of Public Affairs

  With more than 400,000 members, the American Bar Association provides law school accreditation, continuing legal education, information about the law, programs to assist lawyers and judges in their work, and initiatives to improve the legal system for the public. A Career Center is available on the ABA's website for its members.

• • American Civil Liberties Union
  • www.aclu.org
• Tags: Government, Law, School of Public Affairs, Politics

  The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is the nation's guardian of liberty, working daily in courts, legislatures and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and laws of the United States guarantee everyone in this country. The ACLU's website includes information about its committed causes and how to get involved with and join the organization.

• • American Correctional Association
  • www.aca.org
• Tags: Criminal Justice, School of Public Affairs

  The American Correctional Association shapes the future of corrections through strong, progressive leadership that brings together various voices and forges coalitions and partnerships to promote the concepts embodied in its Declaration of Principles. The American Correctional Association provides a professional organization for all individuals and groups, both public and private, that share a common goal of improving the justice system. Members have access to conferences, workshops, and online training tools. Internships are available in a variety of departments for students from disciplines like journalism, business, marketing, and computer science. Information on internship opportunities is available on the ACA's website.

• • American Council for Voluntary International Action
  • www.interaction.org
• Tags: International Development, School of International Service, School of Public Affairs, Nonprofit

  InterAction is the largest coalition of U.S.-based international nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) focused on the world’s poor and most vulnerable people. Collectively, InterAction’s more than 180 members work in every developing country. Members are large and small, faith-based and secular. The council's online resources include a member directory, an events calendar, and training documents.

• • American Councils for International Education
  • www.americancouncils.org/index.php?PageID=1
• Tags: Children's Issues, College of Arts and Sciences, Education, School of International Service, School of Public Affairs

  Founded in 1974 as an association for area and language professionals, the American Councils for International Education has focused its expertise on academic exchange, professional training, distance learning, curriculum and test development, delivery of technical assistance, research, evaluation, and institution building. The organization's website offers information on its research and publications, as well as employment opportunities.

• • American Foreign Policy Council
  • www.afpc.org
• Tags: School of Communication, School of International Service, School of Public Affairs, International Development

  For more than 25 years, the American Foreign Policy Council (AFPC) has played an essential role in the U.S. foreign policy debate. Founded in 1982, AFPC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing information to those who make or influence the foreign policy of the United States and to assisting world leaders, particularly in the former USSR, with building democracies and market economies. AFPC's website offers information about its publications and events, as well as internships with the organization.

• • American Immigration Lawyers Association
  • www.aila.org
• Tags: Civil Rights, Criminal Justice, International, Law, School of International Service, School of Public Affairs

  The American Immigration Lawyers Association is the national association of immigration lawyers established to promote justice, advocate for fair and reasonable immigration law and policy, advance the quality of immigration and nationality law and practice, and enhance the professional development of its members. AILA's online Career Center, with job postings, is also accessible by non-members.

• • American Medical Association
  • www.ama-assn.org
• Tags: Health, Pre-medical and Health Professional, School of Public Affairs, Biology, Biotechnology

  Since 1847, the American Medical Association has promoted scientific advancement, improved public health, and invested in the doctor and patient relationship. The American Medical Association's website provides information on health careers, career planning information, and a job database for physicians, students, and health care professionals.

• • American Public Health Association
  • www.apha.org
• Tags: Biology, Health, Health Care, School of Public Affairs, Pre-medical and Health Professional

  The American Public Health Association is the oldest and most diverse organization of public health professionals in the world and has been working to improve public health since 1872. The Association aims to protect all Americans, their families and their communities from preventable, serious health threats. The Association's website provides resources including a career database, webinars, and health publications.

• • American Society of Criminology
  • www.asc41.com
• Tags: Criminal Justice, School of Public Affairs

  The American Society of Criminology (ASC) is an international organization whose members pursue scholarly, scientific, and professional knowledge concerning the measurement, etiology, consequences, prevention, control, and treatment of crime and delinquency. ASC's website includes information about its members and publications, as well as job listings.

• • AmeriCorps
  • www.americorps.gov
• Tags: College of Arts and Sciences, Community service, Education, School of Communication, School of International Service, School of Public Affairs, Kogod School of Business

  AmeriCorps is a federal government program that offers its participants community service and leadership experience. Each year, AmeriCorps offers 75,000 opportunities for adults of all ages and backgrounds to serve through a network of partnerships with local and national nonprofit groups. AmeriCorps positions also offer students educational awards to help pay for their student loans.

• • Aspen Institute
  • www.aspeninstitute.org
• Tags: College of Arts and Sciences, Education, Research, School of Communication, School of Public Affairs, Public Policy

  The Aspen Institute is an educational and policy studies organization based in Washington, D.C. Its mission is to foster leadership based on enduring values and to provide a nonpartisan venue for dealing with critical issues. The Aspen Institute's website offers job listings in the field, as well as information on public conferences and seminars for individuals interested in educational and policy studies.

• • Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management
  • www.appam.org/home.asp
• Tags: Development, School of Public Affairs

  APPAM offers an online database for political science employment, career articles, and a mentoring program.

• • Attorney Jobs
  • www.attorneyjobs.com/wps/portal/attorneyjobs/...
• Tags: Law, School of Public Affairs

  Attorney Jobs contains thousands of jobs in law firms, corporations, public interest/advocacy groups, legal services organizations, colleges/universities, and more. The site also provides professional development resources including career development articles, skills training, and legal career alternatives.

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• • Black EOE Journal
  • www.blackeoejournal.com
• Tags: Diversity, School of Public Affairs

  Includes employment opportunities, career training programs, and entrepreneurship resources.

• • Brecht Forum, The
  • brechtforum.org/upcoming
• Tags: Research, School of Public Affairs

  The Brecht Forum is a cultural and educational center for individuals working in social justice. The Brecht Forum offers classes, public lectures, seminars, and language classes.

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• • Careers in Government
  • www.careersingovernment.com
• Tags: Government, School of Public Affairs

  A clearinghouse of information, resources, and jobs available in public sector organizations in America and abroad.

• • Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington
  • www.catalogueforphilanthropy-dc.org
• Tags: College of Arts and Sciences, Community service, Education, Environment, International, Internship, Nonprofit, Performing Arts, Washington DC, School of Communication, School of International Service, School of Public Affairs

  Initiated and developed by the Harman Family Foundation, the Catalogue for Philanthropy brings attention and donors to the greater Washington, D.C., area’s smaller, community-based nonprofits. Featured charities are rigorously evaluated so that contributions are guaranteed to make a difference across a tremendous range of focus areas, from the arts to health and development. AU students and alumni interested in volunteering, interning, or working with high-impact, carefully evaluated, community-based nonprofits are encouraged to research and connect with the organizations featured by the Catalogue.

• • Child Welfare League of America
  • www.cwla.org
• Tags: Children's Issues, Family, School of Public Affairs

  The Child Welfare League of America is the oldest child welfare organization in the United States. The website provides access and influence to all sectors of the children’s services field including e-learning courses for child welfare and human service workers, clinicians, supervisors, and managers.

• • Chronicle of Philanthropy
  • philanthropy.com
• Tags: Nonprofit Organization, School of Public Affairs

  The Chronicle of Philanthropy is a print and online resource that offers news, jobs, grant opportunities, and information related to the nonprofit community.

• • Common Good Careers
  • www.commongoodcareers.org
• Tags: Nonprofit Organization, School of Public Affairs

  Commongood Careers is a search firm that supports the hiring needs of the nation's leading nonprofits and social innovators. The site offers job listings, career advising, and a resource directory for job seekers interested in working for innovative nonprofits.

• • Congressional Quarterly
  • corporate.cq.com/wmspage.cfm?parm1=55
• Tags: Capitol Hill, Congress, Politics, School of Public Affairs

  Explore current job listings on and around the Hill.

• • Criminal Justice Policy Foundation
  • www.cjpf.org
• Tags: Criminal Justice, School of Public Affairs

  CJPF's mission is to educate the public about the impact of drug policy and the problems of policing on the criminal justice system.

• • Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington
  • www.cultural-alliance.org/index.html
• Tags: College of Arts and Sciences, Fine Arts, Internship, Job Searching, Music, Performing Arts, Professional Association, School of Public Affairs

  The Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington (CAGW) JOB Bank contains listings of opportunities in arts and administration submitted by local employers, updated throughout the week. This is a free service. There is no cost to post an open position or to view job openings. No password is necessary.

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• • Defense Intelligence Agency
  • www.dia.mil
• Tags: Government, School of Public Affairs

• • Democratic Grassroots Action Institute Network
  • www.democraticgain.org
• Tags: Campaigns, Political, Politics, School of Public Affairs

  Democratic Gain is a national membership association for progressive political professionals and organizations.  Democratic Gain has a large job and talent bank available.

• • Democratic Hill Jobs
  • www.hillzoo.com/index.php?s=jobs
• Tags: Capitol Hill, Congress, Politics, School of Public Affairs

  Democratic Hill Jobs is an online magazine geared to Congressional staffers reports Capitol Hill news.

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• • EcoEmploy
  • www.ecoemploy.com
• Tags: Environment, School of Public Affairs

  EcoEmploy.com is an employment database that offers environmental job postings in government, companies, and non-profit organizations. The site offers salary surveys as well as resume tips.

• • Environmental Career
  • environmentalcareer.com
• Tags: Biology, Career Development, College of Arts and Sciences, Environment, Research, School of Public Affairs

  Environmental Careers Online provides career news, inside tips and advice on environmental careers, and job listings.

• • Environmental Career Opportunities
  • www.ecojobs.com
• Tags: Biology, College of Arts and Sciences, Environment, Internship, Job Searching, School of Public Affairs, Science

  The Environmental Career Opportunities site contains listings for jobs in the environmental field, which are sorted by category.

• • Equal Opportunity Publications, Inc.
  • www.eop.com
• Tags: Diversity, School of Public Affairs

  Equal Opportunity Publications (EOP) offers career-guidance and recruitment magazines for women, members of minority groups, and people with disabilities. EOP offers an online job board, career expos, and free magazine subscriptions to diverse students/professionals.

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• • Federal Government Jobs for Students (Pathways Programs...
  • www.usajobs.gov/studentsandgrads
• Tags: Government, School of Public Affairs

  The Pathways Programs on USAJOBS provides current students and recent graduates with internship and career paths in the federal government. The site offers a series of pathways, a list of federal jobs by major, a list of federal agencies, and a video tutorial that explains how to find positions and create a search.

• • Foundation Center
  • foundationcenter.org
• Tags: Nonprofit Organization, School of Public Affairs

  The Foundation Center operates research, education, and training programs designed to advance knowledge of philanthropy and connect philanthropists to funding resources.