Here you can explore careers dedicated to public service. Whether you are interested in a profession that enforces laws and policies or promotes political and social change; individuals interested in this career community tend to have an overarching desire to improve society. Individuals who pursue careers in government, public administration & law will attain competencies in intercultural communication, writing, research, conflict resolution, logical reasoning, critical thinking, data analysis, and public relations.
Featured Student Internships
Legal Intern, State of Connecticut Department of Correction
Intern, U.S. Marshals Service
Police Intern, Fairfield Police Department
Secret Service Intern, U.S. Secret Service
Intern, Public Defenders Office
Juvenile Probation Intern, Bridgeport Juvenile Superior Court
Behavioral Psych Unit Intern, Stamford Health
Legislative Intern, Connecticut General Assembly
Intern, UNICEF Humanitarian Action for Children
Agency Liaison Intern, Office of Presidential Correspondence, The White House
Legal Assistant Intern, The Lebedevitch Law Firm, LLC
Intern, Committee on Veterans Affairs, U.S. House of Representatives
Human Rights & Labor Intern, United Nations Global Compact
Intern, Adoptive & Foster Families of Maine
Sample Professions
Law (i.e. attorney for federal, state or local government)
City, Community, Regional Planning
Security and Protection (i.e. law enforcement, compliance officer, investigations coordinator, probation officer)
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Outcome data for Sacred Heart University is obtained through the Center for Career & Professional Development, in accordance with national standards. We extend our First-Destination survey to students who have received Bachelor’s Degrees in the respective year are surveyed from the time of graduation, to 12-months following graduation.
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SHU Pioneers pursue a variety of careers paths after graduation; most recent respondents indicated they are:
Top Employers
Sacred Heart University has a strong reputation for providing top qualified candidates, and recently hired at organizations such as:
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From Connecticut and beyond, Pioneers find themselves working across the country and globe, including:
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Sacred Heart alumni have obtained a strong foundation to continue their studies in competitive programs such as:
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Most recent graduates indicated continuing education working towards degrees, including:
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Recent Sacred Heart University graduates work within diverse fields of study including:
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