56d0c225_of_Africana_and_Latino_Studies__COMPLEMENTARY_EXPERIENCES
[EMPLOYMENT AREAS] Law, Politics & Administration Campaign Management Elected or Appointed Leadership Government Relations Intelligence Law: Civil Corporate Practice Immigration International & Human Rights Public Interest Legislative or Executive Aide/Assistant Lobbying Program Administration Public Policy Research Special Interest Advocacy [TYPES OF EMPLOYERS] Corporate legal departments District attorneys Government agencies, e.g. US African Development Agency, US Agency for International Development, Department of Labor Law firms Legal aid Lobbying groups Public defenders offices Public interest groups, e.g. Southern Poverty Law Center Sole practitioner [COMPLEMENTARY EXPERIENCES] 
Gain relevant experience through jobs or internships with law firms, government agencies, or mediation centers. Get involved with the pre-law society on campus. Maintain a high grade point average and secure strong faculty recommendations. Obtain the J.D. for law positions or an advanced degree in political science, public administration, international development, international relations or public policy for government positions. Participate in activities that develop strong debate and public speaking skills such as mock trial. Prepare for and take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE). Supplement curriculum with relevant courses to prepare for law school or public administration.
Department of Africana and Latino Studies
COMPLEMENTARY EXPERIENCES