School of Public Affairs graduates are committed to a higher purpose and the skills learned in graduate school propel students into impactful careers as policy experts and changemakers. Learn more about where SPA graduates succeed after graduation.

Professional Development Series

The Professional Development Series at the School of Public Affairs is designed to provide workshops to help our graduate students prepare for their careers. Held on Saturdays throughout the academic year, workshops focus on the skills central to success in seeking and landing internships and jobs.

SPA Career Advisor

Robert SanGeorge serves as the School of Public Affairs Graduate Career Advisor, providing personalized support to students seeking guidance in their search for internships and/or full-time opportunities. Mr. SanGeorge supports students through:

• @AU_SPAcareers: the exclusive X feed provides real-time information on internships and jobs, only for the SPA students and alumni.
• Presidential Management Fellow Coaching: Looking to work for a federal agency? The Presidential Management Fellow Program is the best way to start a career in the Civil Service! PMF Fellows are full-time federal employees for 2 years who then transition to permanent civil service status. PMF Coaching includes extensive written and webinar prep for prospective PMF candidates for the test each Fall.

Industry Days

Co-sponsored with the AU Career Center, SPA hosts Industry Days each semester. These events provide students with an opportunity to connect with alumni and employers in public service industries, growing their network and discussing job opportunities.

Working on Campus?

Graduate Student Employees are an important part of the university community. Student workers conduct research with faculty, serve as a teaching assistant, or support administrative work.

AU Central Resources

SPA students also enjoy support from the campus career center. Sign up for Handshake to search job opportunities and register for job and internship fairs, employer meet-up sessions, and employer-in-residence programs.

• Getting an internship
• Federal Government Jobs