CPPA aims to provide students with the tools and resources necessary to transform the skills and knowledge gained in the graduate program into successful careers in public service. These resources include the following:

Career and Internship Planning Guide
Entire Document (pdf)

Sections
Internships (pdf)
Search Tips (pdf)
Cover Letters (pdf)
Resumes (pdf)
Interviews (pdf)
Salary Negotiations (pdf)

Internship and Job Opportunities
To view organizations and sites that may have job or internship opportunities, click here.

CPPA Professional Development Series
Each year CPPA offers a series of skill development workshops and career panels that give students the opportunity to meet and network with CPPA alumni and other professionals from the public, private and nonprofit sectors. In addition, CPPA holds sessions on resume and cover letter writing, interviewing, internships, and other important career development skills.

Forms
Sulzner Fund Application
Internship Contract
Internship Evaluation for Supervisors
Internship Evaluation for Interns

For more information on internships, careers or professional development, contact szoller@pubpol.umass.edu.